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Saturday, July 3 New Providence Referendum Lang. High School. Fireworks at dark following an 8:15 p.m. concert. By LAUREN S. PASS Ward project on Prospect Street. Ac- Plainfield’s Cedar Brook Park. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cording to Councilman Caruana, Fireworks at dark. After spending nearly three hours Town Planner Blaise Brancheau has Sunday, July 4 behind closed doors discussing mul- been through the ordinance. Whether Mountainside’s Deerfield tiple topics, including redevelopment the council votes on it on first read- School. Fireworks at dark. negotiations with developer Robert ing next week or not, it will go to the Cranford’s Nomahegan Park. Powell, the Westfield Town Council Planning Board for review and com- Fireworks 9:15 p.m. then spent nearly an hour hammer- ment. Summit’s Soldier’s Memorial ing out the language for the non- During the open public comment Field. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. binding referendum question for a portion of the meeting resident Allen following a 7:45 p.m. concert. parking garage and redevelopment Solomon said that the total cost of Clark’s Arthur L. Johnson on Prospect and Elm Streets. the garage would exceed $27 million High School. Fireworks at dark. The draft that came out of the over the 30-year period of the bond. Springfield’s Thelma meeting is: “Shall the Town of He said that when maintenance, L.Sandmeier School. Fireworks Westfield issue approximately 10 school children and interest are fac- at dark following a 5 p.m. fair. million dollar general obligation CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 bonds to undertake the construction of a parking structure on municipal parking lots 1 and 8 between Pros- pect and Elm Streets which would WF BOE Still Unsure contain approximately 500 total park- ing spaces and which bonds would be supported by revenue derived from On Referendum Cost Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader parking fees and fees resulting from PARTY HAT…A mother and daughter are dressed for fun in pink during the lovely weather for the Westfield townwide mixed use redevelopment consisting By ED COONEY Strategic Plan. celebration Sunday evening. The Downtown Westfield Corporation sponsored the event commemorating the town’s of approximately 19 residential units Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The Strategic Plan is the result of Great American Main Street award. and approximately 3,000 square feet The Westfield Board of Education a collaborative effort between the of retail space?” voted to seek a bond referendum on board, the district’s administration, Debate became heated, with First Tuesday, December 14 to fund an and members of the community. The Ward Councilman Sal Caruana say- artificial turf field and a restoration group, comprised of approximately Downtown Westfield Offers ing he would propose an amendment of the track at Kehler Stadium as fifty people, met twice this year in to the ordinance from the dais next well as funding extensive restorative order to identify goals the district week because he didn’t like the way efforts on the field at Edison Inter- should try to reach with its students the wording was. mediate School. over the next five years. Variety, Hometown Atmosphere Some members of the council The total cost of the work at Kehler Dr. Foley talked to the board about wanted it spelled out that the bond stadium comes to approximately goals to be set and steps to be taken By VICTORIA MCCABE community organizations have worked about Westfield. It’s a destination would be repaid by fees associated $1,381,000. The work at Edison In- during the 2004-2005 school year. In Specially Written for The Westfield Leader to revitalize both the look of the town spot where people want to come – with the redevelopment, while oth- termediate School will cost approxi- dealing with communications, Dr. Editor’s Note: This is part one of a and the quality goods, services and even beyond shopping. You can sit ers wanted to include language mak- mately $419,000. The total cost of Foley told the board that redesigning six-part feature on the business centers entertainment that it provides. outside on benches or just go for a ing it clear that a tax increase would both projects is approximately the district’s website is a top priority. in our area that will include Down- Longtime area resident and Gap stroll; it’s a beautiful town.” be used as a last resort to pay back the $1,800,000, a number that is “higher He noted that work has already be- town Westfield, Westfield’s South Av- District Manager Tammy Racine “Downtown has ‘stroller gridlock’ money. Others, such as Third Ward than we thought,” according to Board gun on re-designing the Guidance enue corridor, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, said, “The way that the town has everywhere – a lot of young people, Councilman Andrew Skibitsky did Secretary Robert Berman. Department’s website, and that the Mountainside and Garwood. evolved in the last 13 years [the Gap a lot of young families are always out not want to include the total cost of The board has yet to determine a site’s content should be available to * * * * * * * came to Westfield in 1991] has enjoying the town. It’s so refresh- the project. final dollar amount to seek in the students and parents by the fall. Dr. To the newcomer to Westfield, the changed the face of Westfield. The ing,” said United Fund Executive A general obligation bond means bond referendum. Superintendent of Foley also plans for the administra- first glimpse at the downtown com- town was always close-knit, but now Director Linda Maggio. “I love that that tax revenues are used to repay Schools Dr. William Foley said that tion to utilize TV 36 more effectively mercial center forms an experience everybody else knows about it. People community feeling; it really makes the debt. A revenue bond would say he hopes to seek at least partial fund- for the purpose of passing along in- not easily forgotten. Blocks lined from outside of the area get excited CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 that only the revenues would support ing from community groups that formation on board initiatives to the with attractive and varied storefronts, the bond, and tax revenues would not would also benefit from an artificial general public. A position may be streets that offer benches while sev- be attached. “It’s more than just the turf field. Community leagues will formed within the administration to eral restaurants offer outside tables revenues that are guaranteeing this be allowed to use the field, an idea deal specifically with this issue. Fi- and chairs, the sights and sounds of Many Summer Events bond,” Councilman Caruana told The that board member Alice Hunnicutt nally, the district will develop a regu- families, visitors and friends enjoy- Westfield Leader. said, “seems to be appropriate.” lar, streamlined system of communi- ing common space…all add up to an An interest rate on a revenue bond The board must decide on what cation from school to school. Dr. impressive picture. would be much higher because secu- amount of funding to seek from the Foley also announced plans to visit Downtown Westfield is, if anything, Available for Residents rity behind it is much less. Accord- community, as well as the duration each school’s Parent-Teacher Orga- a huge commercial and business melt- By MIRIAM BAMBERGER Commerce (WACC) will open a ing to Sal Caruana, there was not of the bond, by the beginning of nization over the course of the com- ing pot. Longtime “Mom & Pop” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Farmer’s Market in the South Av- enough revenue with both decks to September. ing school year. establishments, nationally recognized This summer, local towns are of- enue train station parking lot on support a revenue bond. According to board member Kim- In dealing with curriculum issues, chains and a wide array of restaurants fering a variety of recreational ac- Thursdays from 2-7 p.m. beginning The council will vote on the ordi- berly Rhodes, if these projects are grammar, writing and communica- weave together around equally thriv- tivities for residents and families to on July 1. nance under first reading next week. bonded instead of added to the 2005- tion skills will be integrated into ing pockets of professional lawyers, enjoy. The WACC will also host Classic Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence 2006 district, “we get much more for each class. Teachers will also be beauticians, bankers and doctors. A The Downtown Westfield Corpo- Car Shows on Wednesday, July 14 Goldman said that he would be vot- the community with much less asked to use techniques that require bundle of community organizations ration (DWC) will sponsor “Sweet and Wednesday, August 11 from 6:30- ing no on the ordinance. It was un- money.” Bonding the projects has no students to learn to critically assess further knit together the downtown Sounds Downtown” Summer Jazz 9 p.m. on Quimby and Elm Streets known as to how any other council impact on the district’s budget cap, information. This component of the community. This commercial and Festival on Tuesday evenings in July downtown. members will be voting against the which might soon be lowered if pend- plan may involve the addition of social center attracts both residents and August. The festival will be held In addition, downtown sidewalk ordinance. ing state legislation is passed. study skills units into each class when and out-of-town visitors for single 7-9 p.m., featuring four artists each sales will be held from July 15 In other business, the council could The board received a report from various curricula come up for re- meals or full days’ worth of shopping. week. through July 18 for downtown stores see a draft of the ordinance creating Dr. Foley on the administration’s view. The district will aim to reduce One sentiment echoed by many The DWC will also host the “5K to display sale merchandise on the a conditional use zone for the James plans to implement the district’s new CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Westfield residents and downtown Pizza Extravaganza” race on sidewalk. shoppers is that Downtown Wednesday, July 28 for all interested The Scotch Plains Cultural Arts Westfield’s character always evolves. participants. Committee will host the “Silver Se- In recent years, business owners and The Westfield Area Chamber of ries 2004” to celebrate the 25th year M&E Railway Reassures Garbage of the summer concert series. Con- certs will be held on Thursday eve- nings on the Alan Augustine Village Will Not Be Moved Across County Green from Thursday, July 8 through By MICHAEL POLLACK purpose of using this line is to sup- Chief Operating Officer of M&E Thursday, August 26. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains Farmer’s Mar- port local industries along the line Railway Gordon Fuller told The ket will be open in the municipal Last Tuesday, the Surface Trans- that have been neglected. This will Westfield Leader that the reactiva- parking lot on Park Avenue on Satur- portation Board (STB) denied the provide alternative and cheaper trans- tion of the Staten Island and Rahway days from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. from mid- petition of five New Jersey munici- portation.” Valley rail lines will not bring gar- June through mid-November. palities (Roselle, Roselle Park, One of Mr. Slote’s concerns is that bage through Union County. In addition, a Charity Softball Springfield, Kenilworth, and Sum- the train will bring garbage through Mr. Fuller said that no garbage is Event: The Bravest vs The Finest mit) to reopen a July 2002 board the county. shipped via rail in New Jersey; rather, will be held on Saturday, July 17 at decision licensing Morristown & Erie “Work is being done at the waste it is shipped on trucks. If in the rare 11 a.m. in Brookside Park in Scotch Railway, Inc. (M&E) to operate the facility at Fresh Kills,” Mr. Slote case it is shipped on trains it travels Plains. Rahway Valley and Staten Island rail- said. “They will be able to package in hermetically-sealed containers to Fanwood kicked off the Movies in road lines through Union County. waste onto trains and cars. They are prevent any leaks. According to Mr. the Park program on June 29 with Union County Director of Eco- refurbishing trains and cars, which Fuller, there are no plans for M&E to Freaky Friday in La Grande Park. nomic Development James Daley run to New Jersey. One possible route move garbage in Union Country. Family movies will be shown for said that in a case of interstate com- for the garbage is the Rahway Valley Mr. Daley said the county negoti- eight consecutive Tuesday nights in merce, a municipality has no stand- railroad out onto existing lines.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the summer. Movies begin at dusk, ing. or approximately 8:15 p.m. In the “Their express reason why we can’t event of inclement weather, rain dates lease the lines goes against bond will be held the following Wednes- covenants and the rail’s purposes,” day evening. La Grande Park also Mr. Daley said. “This contract [be- hosts an eight-week summer pro- tween the county and M&E] is as gram for children featuring arts and protective as possible.” crafts, sports and games. Herb Slote, a member of the Com- Union County kicked off the Sum- mission to Stop the Train, said: “First, mer Arts Festival in Echo Lake Park I disagree with the reasoning of the on June 30. Outdoor concerts are STB. They can’t delegate to a state held every Wednesday evening at court whether parties have been 7:30 until August 25. Admission is heard. So, our attorneys are evaluat- free, and in case of inclement weather, ing our options and first we will the rain site will be Cranford High appeal for the STB to reconsider. If School. For a listing of the perfor- not, we are prepared to take up our mances, see the Union County case with the US Court of Appeals.” website at www.ucnj.org. Mr. Daley said M&E will only move materials either generated or CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 transported to Union County. “The PAGE INDEX Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader A LOOK BEHIND THE SCENES…Workers on North Avenue across from the Regional...... 2-3 Obituary...... 18 Real Estate .... 12-17 TRAIN TRACK RESTORATION…County rail lines from Linden to Cranford Westfield train station last week make significant progress in totally recon- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education.....9,15-19 Classifieds...... 17 show progress in the reactivation program as seen last week in Cranford on structing the building as can be seen from both the front and the back. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-14 A&E ...... 19-20 South Avenue looking toward Linden. Page 10 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication Garbage Will Not Be Moved Downtown Westfield Offers Across County, Says Railway Variety, Hometown Atmosphere CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 you smile.” town community. However, most ated with the Port Authority, and port possible, but it’s completely not prac- The Downtown Westfield Corpo- have found the chains eager to par- traffic will go out its regular south and tical.” ration (DWC), the governing body ticipate in special events. west lines. Port traffic will be shipped Mr. Slote said when the line was for the town’s Special Improvement “People tell me that they think that on the Lehigh Valley and Chemical abandoned, “it was such a problem District (SID), has worked to im- chains won’t get involved with the Coast lines, neither affecting Union the police needed to patrol the traffic prove and promote Downtown community, but I can’t say that. I County. Mr. Daley said freight from the on Route 22. M&E’s proposals are Westfield and its businesses since its have seen the chain stores in Westfield Port Authority “will travel by truck and ridiculous.” formation in 1996. become very involved,” Ms. Cronin barge, but not on these lines.” There are 26 grade crossings (where Maintaining a sense of atmosphere said. Mr. Slote said he is wary of the cars and trains are on the same level) downtown has been a major goal of She cited annual sidewalk sales as responses of M&E, noting, “We have in Union County covering both the the organization. Through beautifi- an example. “People had been afraid been lied to left and right, and there’s Rahway Valley and Staten Island lines. cation projects and a variety of com- to ask chain stores to participate,” no reason to believe them. To put it Mr. Slote said, “There’s no question munity events, the DWC and other she said, “but now they’ve become a bluntly, if the Rahway Valley rail it’ll create tremendous problems. You organizations have sought to tremendous part of the event.” didn’t exist, nobody would propose to are cutting off Meisel and Mountain strengthen the sense of community Ms. Racine said, “We know that run it as is now.” Avenue when a train approaches. and add a new dimension to the it’s really important to have a con- Mr. Daley explained that in 1992, These are heavily traveled arteries.” Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader downtown space. nection to the people in this commu- A DONE DEAL…Congressman Mike Ferguson concludes the purchase of transportation was stopped on the lines Of the concerns that trains will Efforts to improve the town have nity. Even though we’re a big chain and they were sold to the NJDOT in cause traffic congestion Mr. Fuller Jersey corn and blueberries last Saturday morning at the Farmers Market in not gone unnoticed – residents, shop- store, we have personal ties to the Scotch Plains. 1994 for the purpose of preserving said: “I won’t pretend that people can pers and business owners often cite area – they are our employees and them for rail transportation. CSX and avoid being inconvenienced. But we Westfield’s atmosphere as one of its our customers and we want to show Norfolk Southern wanted to use the will try to keep this at a low threshold. greatest charms. Said Westfield resi- that we care.” WESTFIELD Staten Island lines to ship to big busi- We will not have any great impact.” dent and Juxtapose Gallery owner To that end, the Gap has partici- ness. The county wanted to keep con- Mr. Fuller said he is aware of the Gerri Gildea, “The ambiance down- pated in the Spring Fling and FestiFall POLICE BLOTTER trol of the lines and “be true to the grade crossings on Route 22 and 28, town has changed – the streetscape is (one year the store put together a reasons why the state bought the lines, “but we’re talking about small trains pretty and well-done, and the town fashion show) and annually displays SATURDAY, JUNE 19 Street and approximately $5 in coin which was to service the businesses in running very infrequently. I’m not has done a great job with things like Westfield student artwork during the •A Cranford resident reported that change was removed. Union County,” Mr. Daley said. particularly concerned.” jazz festivals. People enjoy coming town’s Art Month. someone entered his unlocked motor WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 Union County then leased the lines Mr. Fuller also said that fire offi- out for those kinds of events.” Ms. Racine also explained a newer vehicle in Tamaques Park and removed • Russell Rudyk, 34, of Carteret was from New Jersey and contracted M&E cials in Springfield are aware of the the victim’s wallet, wristwatch, credit arrested at his home on various charges Apart from aesthetics, the charac- initiative, a BabyGap local events cards and other personal items. as its operator. Because the shipping of line crossing by the new Springfield ter of the businesses that line Down- program under which acts like pup- in connection with a motor vehicle break- freight is a matter of interstate com- fire station on Mountain Avenue. MONDAY, JUNE 21 in that occurred two days earlier in the town Westfield streets has changed pet shows and musicians provide en- • Two residents of Summit Avenue 600 block of Summit Avenue. merce, the county has limited say on “In Springfield, fire officials are in recent years. Many cite the arrival tertainment for children and their what is shipped; however, in its agree- aware,” said Mr. Fuller. “They lease reported their motor vehicles were un- Rudyk was charged with burglary, of the Gap in 1991 as a catalyst for a parents in GapKids. Just before lawfully entered and items taken. In the theft, fraudulent use of a credit card, ment with M&E, the rail line can only on our land. We work very well to- new wave of retailers. Since that Mother’s Day, employees set up an first case, a laptop computer valued at identity theft, criminal mischief, credit ship materials generated in Union gether. We have drills working with time, Westfield has attracted chain art event in which shoppers could $1,200 was removed from a vehicle that card theft and computer theft. He was County or bound for Union County. emergency squads. We are an active stores like Express, Ann Taylor, either bring or buy a T-shirt and put was parked in the owner’s driveway. being held on $10,000 bail. Mr. Daley said there wouldn’t be arm of the community.” KayBee Toys, The Bombay Com- handprints or footprints on it with • The second incident involved a ve- SATURDAY, JUNE 26 any unwanted materials (waste) Mr. Daley said that when the railroad pany, Victoria’s Secret and Coach. paint. hicle that was parked in front of the • A Union resident reported that while shipped because “there are no facili- was reestablished, a state diagnostic With this surge in national and “It was such a huge success,” she owner’s home, from which a “coach” she was at work on Central Avenue, ties that service that. No one along team evaluated grade crossings and handbag was taken. The handbag con- someone stole $180 from her pocket- regional chains, independent stores said. “It was so great to watch moms tained cash, identification and a MAC book. the line does that type of work.” specified what signals and gates are face the challenges of satisfying long- and their kids making these shirts Mr. Fuller could not specify what necessary at each crossing. The county’s card that was later used in Linden. • A Sinclair Place resident reported time Westfield shoppers and pre- together and having fun.” • A Park Street resident reported that that someone damaged the windows on is shipped on the rail, but he said it is deal with M&E provides for 15 cars senting themselves to new down- Smith & Hawkin, a 2002 addition someone entered her motor vehicle while his motor vehicle, which had been parked mostly construction debris. traveling at 25 mph. All trains are radio- town visitors. to Elm Street, has enriched the it was parked in her driveway and re- in the roadway. “We are common carriers. By law, equipped in order to notify fire and “We went with the changes. Our Westfield community greatly, said moved a Sony “Discman.” • Gregory Katz, 29, of Union was we must move whatever the busi- emergency stations when a train might business tried to evolve with the Ms. Cronin. The company donated • A Cardinal Drive business owner arrested at a North Avenue video store nesses are contracted to ship and interfere with a municipality’s ability to town and appeal to both old custom- two benches to the Elm Street brick reported that his VISA cards were re- and charged with shoplifting about $400 receive,” Mr. Fuller said. “But gar- respond to a call. moved from his office and subsequently worth of merchandise, as well as with ers and new people,” Ms. Gildea courtyard and has expressed its de- used to make a $400.66 transaction. bage is not in our plan.” “They’ll have the ability to cross said. “We didn’t get old; we still get sire to stay in touch with the Westfield resisting arrest. Katz was released on his Mr. Fuller said it is possible to any intersection in a minute. There • A motor vehicle was unlawfully own recognizance with a summons. excited about what we’re doing.” community. entered in the 300 block of Washington SUNDAY, JUNE 27 hook up with the Erie Lackawanna, won’t be interference with traffic Joe Spector, vice chairman of the “If you’re going to be in a town and said M&E already has the capa- flow. It’ll be equivalent to a traffic • Authorities arrested Kahliph DWC and owner of The Leader Store like this, you have to get involved,” Brunson, 24, of Linden on multiple bility to connect with the line using light,” Mr. Daley said. pointed out that even though some said Michael Gluckman, store man- charges — including aggravated assault the Raritan Valley service. Union County’s contract with M&E people think that the latest wave of ager of Smith & Hawken. “I’d say Summer Fun on a police officer — following a police “But, NJ Transit operates com- calls for three trains per week for the chain retailers indicates a drastic that about 80 percent of our business pursuit that began in Woodbridge and muter trains under electric wires,” first three years, and increases to five shift in the character of Downtown comes from Westfield, Scotch Plains CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 culminated on Summit Court in Mr. Fuller said. “Freight trains sim- trains per week after three years. Westfield, the town has always had and Fanwood. We think it’s impor- Union County will also host “Kids Westfield. ply won’t fit. Any ideas of double “It’s costing them $7.5 million just to great commercial draw. tant to be a part of the community.” Kingdom,” which will provide ac- As Brunson allegedly attempted to stacking will not be viable.” refurbish the Rahway Valley line,” Mr. escape apprehension on Summit Court, “I think that many people have a At 2003’s 5K Run, Ms. Cronin tivities such as face painting, arts and his vehicle struck the door of a patrol car “Plus,” Mr. Daley said when asked Slote said. “Never mind the millions it mistaken predisposed ‘Norman said that the generosity of both inde- crafts, pony rides, hay rides, a pet- about the possibility, “it would be took to acquire it from the state. How belonging to a Clark Township police Rockwell painting’ idea about pendent and chain stores gave event ting zoo and demonstrations. The officer who was involved in pursuing the such a circuitous route. It would be does three trains a week justify that Westfield. The town does have some organizers “almost too much.” events will be held from 12-6 pm on suspect. so convoluted. Physically, yes it’s expenditure? It’s obvious they have big- of that and has always had some of Mr. Spector said, “[Chain stores] the following dates: July 11 at The officer, who had been attempting ger and better things planned. If there’s that, but even back in the 1930s and have moved here for all the right Warinanco Park, August 8 at the loop to exit the vehicle, was pinned between more traffic, they’ll get it on there.” 1940s, Westfield had national and reasons – the demographics, the town area in Watchung Reservation, Sep- the car and the door, authorities said. He Mr. Fuller said that it is “a fact of regional chains,” he said. facades…They upgrade and uplift tember 18 at Nomahegan Park. was transported to University Hospital Referendum life” that as population increases, the He recalled that the most valuable aging properties, and they deserve The county will sponsor a family in Newark, where he was treated and amount of trains increases. Mr. Fuller retail space in town was once in credit for a lot of beautification. program at Trailside Nature & Sci- released. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield authorities charged said he and his company would do locations that were nearest to stores They’re part of the community – ence Center in Watchung Reserva- tored in, it increases the costs. He their part to avoid disturbing resi- Brunson, who was arrested at the scene, like Woolworth’s and the Singer Sew- they’re our neighbors, friends and tion on Tuesday, August 10 from 7-8 with aggravated assault on a police of- suggested a smaller land acquisition dences along the line. ing Center. family.” pm. “Nighttime Munchies” is open ficer, for which bail was set at $20,000. would be more affordable. Mr. “No, we don’t keep people up at “The nature of business has Noting the eclectic mix of busi- to families with children age six and Woodbridge police charged Brunson Solomon also objected to the idea of night,” Mr. Fuller said. “I live in changed here, but it changed 30 years ness establishments in Downtown older. Participants will take a night- with eluding police, driving while in- the council discussing the wording Plainfield. I want to be a good neigh- ago, not five,” he said. In a shift that Westfield, Mr. Spector said that the time hike and sample berries as they toxicated, and driving with a suspended of the referendum question in closed bor.” he said reflects both regional and lack of an official governing plan for learn about mammals eating berries license, for which he was held on $10,000 session. One concern of the Stop the Train national changes, independent stores the town means that the landlords of in nature. The registration cost is $5 bail. Several members of the council group is that there will be increased The suspect was additionally wanted are becoming “the anachronism, not individual downtown spaces can de- for Union County residents and $6 on contempt of court warrants from agreed that the discussion of the refer- pollution, not from trains, but by cars the rule.” cide who moves into the town center. for non-residents. Anyone interested endum should be held in open session. sitting waiting to cross. Madison, Carteret and Roselle, with bail Chains account for 47.31 percent of “We’re different from a mall,” he may contact Trailside Nature & Sci- amounts of $707, $532 and $525, re- Town Attorney Robert Cockren said Mr. Fuller said the rail industry is downtown retail space (by occupied said. “Mall owners can discriminate ence Center at (908) 789-3670. spectively. that discussing with the developer a mostly seamless operation that is square feet), franchises occupy 10.06 as to what percentage of the space whether he wanted to continue with the only mentioned when an unfortunate percent and independent stores fill will be used for restaurants or retail project falls under negotiations, but that derailment or injury occurs. 42.63 percent, according to Sherry and the kinds of businesses. We’re a the referendum could be held in open. “We are regulated by the federal Cronin, executive director of the DWC. town center, so we have a free mar- WF Board of Education Still He then said that he has trouble with Mr. government,” Mr. Fuller said. “We Many store owners and consumers ket.” Solomon’s “intellectual dishonesty” and are the most environmentally sound agree that downtown businesses “Everything changes. If you at- that Mr. Solomon “compounds num- industry around.” strike a favorable balance in their tempt to plan for your change, you’ll Unsure of Referendum Cost bers that have no basis in reality.” vast variety. hopefully get something close to what CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “I think that this town has devel- you envisioned. In Downtown the achievement gap of disaggre- Dr. Foley moved on to talk to the oped a lot in several directions – we Westfield, there is a common vision I Declare... have specialty stores, bigger name gated groups on standardized tests board about professional develop- to negotiate, coordinate and com- by reorganizing basic skills and us- ment initiatives, including encour- stores and restaurants that all cater to promise – that’s what community is different clientele,” said Anthology ing software to track the progress of aging teachers to see National Board about,” he said. students and groups of students in Certification. Under the use of dis- owner Melissa Defalco, who opened Independents and chains alike her women’s clothing and accesso- danger of receiving low scores. trict resources, he mentioned the need say that the general success of Dr. Foley went on to discuss the to modernize and improve facilities. ries store five years ago. “There’s Westfield businesses and the ever- enough blend going on here so there’s need to ensure consistent delivery of His presentation ended with a sec- improving aesthetics of the town curricula, which led to a debate tion on school climate. The adminis- “Uncle” something for everyone.” make the shopping district more Dave Ms. Gildea speculated that the amongst board members as to tration plans to implement the rec- Williams exciting, and the constant flow of whether or not consistent delivery is ommendations of two evaluators who 25% Off changing character of downtown re- both auto and pedestrian traffic tailers has caused some shifts in the really a problem. “I’m not aware of recently spent time assessing the state suggests a thriving, dynamic com- any gaps,” Dr. Foley said. “Different of the Guidance Department at Any Tree, demographics of downtown shoppers. munity. “I think that there are more out-of- teachers will do things in different Westfield High School (WHS). This “Downtown is more than a place ways.” year will also see the implementa- Shrub or towners coming in over the weekend, to shop and dine – it’s a social place,” especially on Sundays,” she said. Board member Richard Solomon tion of the recommendations of the said Ms. Cronin. also attributed a perceived gap to Ninth Grade Transition Committee, Hanging Basket “They may come here for the bigger “I like the Mom & Pop store feel- stores, but sharp marketing on the differentiated instruction and “a range including the start of a comprehen- ing, the sense that ‘nobody can do it of abilities in the teacher ranks.” He sive mentoring plan for ninth graders part of small business owners attracts like Westfielders can,’” said Ms. them to all the other businesses in would later add, “We need to ensure at WHS. Maggio. “But at the same time, you that it will be consistent.” town.” can find just about anything you ...Your Freedom Ms. Cronin echoed that sentiment; want here. It’s a vibrant climate, a she said that some shoppers might place that people want to be.” Colvin Will Attend Daniel Seeger Earns travel to Westfield for a specific store Ms. Defalco said, “We have a lot Dean’s List Status to Save $$$ destination (she mentioned that of shops here, but there are a lot of Catawba College Trader Joe’s and Lord & Taylor have people too. Offering more of a vari- WESTFIELD – Emily Colvin, a WESTFIELD – Daniel Seeger, the In Celebration of our Rights and Freedoms we large drawing power) but once they ety helps everyone.” Westfield High School student, has son of Mr. and Mrs. Geoffrey Seeger are having an incredible sale Thursday July 1st- arrive in the heart of the town, “they’ll Just as Westfield’s thriving down- been accepted and plans to attend of Westfield, has been named to the find themselves making a day of it.” town center constantly moves for- Catawba College in Salisbury, N.C. Dean’s List at Hamilton College in Wedensday July 7th. One concern that had risen among ward, surrounding areas and towns in the fall. She is the daughter of Mr. Clinton, N.Y. for the spring 2004 Fill those voids in the landscape by taking some Westfielders was that chain are improving themselves in many and Mrs. James Colvin of Westfield. semester. A rising junior majoring in stores would move to downtown ways. In the coming weeks, this se- chemistry, he is a Westfield High advantage of this incredible sale. Purchase any Westfield but would not attempt to ries will examine those other com- School graduate. Tree or Shrub or Hanging Basket from our large integrate themselves into the down- mercial and business centers. Allison Klass Honored selection at 25% Off the marked Retail Price. At Syracuse University Megan Hobson Earns There will also be several un-advertised specials WESTFIELD – The College of Vi- Honors at Skidmore sual and Performing Arts at Syracuse WESTFIELD – Megan Hobson, only for our best buds members. 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USPS 485200 Thursday, July 1, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 46TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 27-46 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] School Board Nixes Fireworks

Saturday, July 3 New Providence Teacher Transfers High School. Fireworks at dark following an 8:15 p.m. concert. By MICHAEL POLLACK for second graders and will be able to Specially Written for The Times Plainfield’s Cedar Brook Park. prepare children for higher grades. Fireworks at dark. A proposal to reshuffle several Dr. Choye said Ms. Cicalese told Sunday, July 4 Evergreen Elementary School teach- her she would like to go back to Mountainside’s Deerfield ers to other schools within the Scotch Coles School, where she spent 12 School. Fireworks at dark. Plains-Fanwood district was denied years. Dr. Choye stated Mrs. Cranford’s Nomahegan Park. by the Board of Education at its Hutchinson “expressed unhappiness Fireworks 9:15 p.m. Tuesday night meeting. in her room at Evergreen because the Summit’s Soldier’s Memorial Discussion of the proposal lasted windows don’t open.” Field. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. an hour and 45 minutes and domi- The superintendent mentioned that following a 7:45 p.m. concert. nated the public portion of the meet- the new wing of Terrill Middle School Clark’s Arthur L. Johnson ing, will provide her with an air-condi- High School. Fireworks at dark. The affected teachers were present tioned room, and “the camaraderie Springfield’s Thelma to express their dissatisfaction with with the other fifth-grade teachers L.Sandmeier School. Fireworks the proposed transfers, one calling will be good.” at dark following a 5 p.m. fair. the moves “involuntary,” claiming there were unsatisfactory motives CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 behind them. With seven board members present (President Linda Nelson and Norman Variance Approvals “Trip” Whitehouse were absent), the school board needed a majority vote to approve the transfers. Board members Susan Dyckman, Limited to 18 Months Rob O’Connor, Betty Anne Woerner and Edward Saridaki, Jr. abstained David B. Corbin for The Times from voting on the measure, forcing CLOWNING AROUND…Residents are clowning around and having a great time last Saturday during perfect weather By SP Zoning Board at the Fanwood Street Fair. the recommendations to be denied. The move would have transferred third-grade teacher Carol Hutchinson By FRED ROSSI The Bakas asked to be permitted to the fifth grade at Terrill Middle Specially Written for The Times to construct the deck, which would Downtown Westfield Offers School; fourth-grade teacher Marisa The Scotch Plains Zoning Board be 11 feet from the property line Pucci to second grade, and second- of Adjustment approved a host of along Shawnee Path. grade teacher Judy Cicalese to Coles applications at its meeting last month The board approved variance ap- Elementary School. and also backed a resolution to limit plications from James and Christine Variety, Hometown Atmosphere Teachers spoke out against the tim- the duration of variance approval. Ciccarino of 2333 Concord Road ing of the decision and the reasons Acting on a recommendation from and Jack and Ann Furnari of 2325 By VICTORIA MCCABE evolved in the last 13 years [the Gap spot where people want to come – why such moves were necessary. Board member Robert LaCosta, the Concord Road. Both families want Specially Written for The Times came to Westfield in 1991] has even beyond shopping. You can sit “The needs of the students have board in May had voted to support a to erect eight-foot high fencing along Editor’s Note: This is part one of a changed the face of Westfield. The outside on benches or just go for a been overlooked,” Mrs. Hutchinson rule change under which an appli- the rears of their properties, which six-part feature on the business cen- town was always close-knit, but now stroll; it’s a beautiful town.” said. “This only stifles teachers who cant receiving a variance would have abut an M-1 industrial zone. Exist- ters in our area that will include Down- everybody else knows about it. People “Downtown has ‘stroller gridlock’ don’t want the status quo and who all one year to commence the construc- ing regulations limit fence heights to town Westfield, Westfield’s South Av- from outside of the area get excited everywhere – a lot of young people, approached (Superintendent of tion associated with the variance six feet, but the Ciccarinos and enue corridor, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, about Westfield. It’s a destination CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Schools) Dr. (Carol) Choye about application. Furnaris said the neighboring prop- Mountainside and Garwood. leadership issues. At its meeting early last month, erty, which houses a landscaping * * * * * * * “This transfer looks like a punish- Board Attorney Vincent Loughlin, company, is four feet higher than To the newcomer to Westfield, the ment for doing the right thing,” Mrs. after consulting with board mem- theirs, rendering a six-foot fence in- first glimpse at the downtown com- Many Summer Events Hutchinson added. “I have worked bers, said he would revise the one- effective at blocking their view of mercial center forms an experience openly and honestly. What is the year time frame to 18 months. the landscaper’s trucks and other not easily forgotten. Blocks lined benefit for Evergreen families to have The board approved variance ap- equipment. with attractive and varied storefronts, three veteran teachers moved unnec- plications from several homeowners, Marie Moore and Frank Cunniffe streets that offer benches while sev- Available for Residents essarily while a new principal is be- including John and Amanda received permission to erect an eight- Jacobsen, who sought two side yard eral restaurants offer outside tables By MIRIAM BAMBERGER to display sale merchandise on the ing welcomed? foot fence and construct a shed on Specially Written for The Times setback variances so they could con- and chairs, the sights and sounds of sidewalk. “If these were such positive moves, their property at 11 Nicole Court. families, visitors and friends enjoy- This summer, local towns are of- why were they announced on the last struct an attached garage to their Ms. Moore said the fence, which The Scotch Plains Cultural Arts home at 2256 Coles Avenue. ing common space…all add up to an fering a variety of recreational ac- Committee will host the “Silver Se- day of school, rather than on June 11, would be higher than the permitted impressive picture. tivities for residents and families to when teachers are handed their as- Presently, there is a detached ga- six-foot limit, was needed for safety ries 2004” to celebrate the 25th year rage in their backyard and the Downtown Westfield is, if anything, enjoy. of the summer concert series. Con- signments for next year?” she asked. reasons because cars sometimes drive a huge commercial and business melt- The Downtown Westfield Corpo- “I cannot see the reason for pulling Jacobsens want to make better use of down Cedar Street and through her certs will be held on Thursday eve- their small backyard by razing the ing pot. Longtime “Mom & Pop” ration (DWC) will sponsor the nings on the Alan Augustine Village a great veteran teacher from the third back yard. She said the fence would establishments, nationally recognized “Sweet Sounds Downtown” Sum- graders,” said Pat Krema, an Ever- existing garage and building the new also prevent people from walking Green from Thursday, July 8 through one. chains and a wide array of restaurants mer Jazz Festival on Tuesday eve- Thursday, August 26. green parent and past president of through her property instead of using weave together around equally thriv- nings in July and August. The festi- the Parent-Teacher Association. “Be- The board approved the applica- a public walkway at the rear of her The Scotch Plains Farmer’s Mar- tion but included a condition that no ing pockets of professional lawyers, val will be held 7-9 p.m., featuring ket will be open in the municipal ing in the building, these are ener- property. She said the shed would be beauticians, bankers and doctors. A four artists each week. getic, creative teachers. It bothers second-story addition could ever be used to store materials presently parking lot on Park Avenue on Satur- built over the new garage. bundle of community organizations The DWC will also host the “5K days from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. from mid- me greatly that another building is stored in her garage. The 48-square- further knit together the downtown Pizza Extravaganza” race on going to benefit.” John and Michelle Baka received foot shed will be situated beyond the June through mid-November. approval for their application to build community. This commercial and Wednesday, July 28 for all interested In addition, a Charity Softball Dr. Choye explained that Mrs. front building line of an adjacent social center attracts both residents participants. Pucci asked for a lower grade and the an attached deck at their home at property. Event: The Bravest vs The Finest 1181 Hetfield Avenue, a corner lot and out-of-town visitors for single The Westfield Area Chamber of will be held on Saturday, July 17 at board is merely “honoring her re- The board will carry over to its meals or full days’ worth of shopping. Commerce (WACC) will open a quest.” The superintendent said Mrs. that requires a side-yard setback from Thursday, July 8 meeting an applica- 11 a.m. in Brookside Park in Scotch the side street of 15 feet. One sentiment echoed by many Farmer’s Market in the South Av- Plains. Pucci will provide a “building block” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Westfield residents and downtown enue train station parking lot on Fanwood kicked off the Movies in shoppers is that Downtown Westfield’s Thursdays from 2-7 p.m. beginning the Park program on June 29 with character always evolves. In recent on July 1. Freaky Friday in La Grande Park. M&E Railway Reassures Garbage years, business owners and commu- The WACC will also host Classic Family movies will be shown for nity organizations have worked to re- Car Shows on Wednesday, July 14 eight consecutive Tuesday nights in vitalize both the look of the town and and Wednesday, August 11 from the summer. Movies begin at dusk, the quality goods, services and enter- 6:30-9 p.m. on Quimby and Elm or approximately 8:15 p.m. In the Will Not Be Moved Across County tainment that it provides. Streets downtown. event of inclement weather, rain dates By MICHAEL POLLACK One of Mr. Slote’s concerns is that Railway Gordon Fuller told The Longtime area resident and Gap In addition, downtown sidewalk will be held the following Wednes- Specially Written for The Times the train will bring garbage through Westfield Leader that the reactiva- District Manager Tammy Racine sales will be held from July 15 day evening. La Grande Park also Last Tuesday, the Surface Trans- the county. tion of the Staten Island and Rahway said, “The way that the town has through July 18 for downtown stores CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 portation Board (STB) denied the “Work is being done at the waste Valley rail lines will not bring gar- petition of five New Jersey munici- facility at Fresh Kills,” Mr. Slote bage through Union County. palities (Roselle, Roselle Park, said. “They will be able to package Mr. Fuller said that no garbage is Springfield, Kenilworth and Sum- waste onto trains and cars. They are shipped via rail in New Jersey; rather, mit) to reopen a July 2002 board refurbishing trains and cars, which it is shipped on trucks. If in the rare decision licensing Morristown & Erie run to New Jersey. One possible route case it is shipped on trains, it travels Railway, Inc. (M&E) to operate the for the garbage is the Rahway Valley in hermetically-sealed containers to Rahway Valley and Staten Island railroad out onto existing lines.” prevent any leaks. According to Mr. railroad lines through Union County. Chief Operating Officer of M&E CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Union County Director of Eco- nomic Development James Daley said that in a case of interstate com- merce, a municipality has no stand- ing. “Their express reason why we can’t lease the lines goes against bond covenants and the rail’s purposes,” Mr. Daley said. “This contract [be- tween the county and M&E] is as protective as possible.” Herb Slote, a member of the Com- mission to Stop the Train, said: “First, I disagree with the reasoning of the STB. They can’t delegate to a state court whether parties have been heard. So, our attorneys are evaluat- ing our options and first we will appeal for the STB to reconsider. If not, we are prepared to take up our case with the US Court of Appeals.” Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times Mr. Daley said M&E will only TRAIN TRACK RESTORATION…County rail lines from Linden to Cranford move materials either generated or show progress in the reactivation program as seen last week in Cranford on transported to Union County. “The South Avenue looking toward Linden. purpose of using this line is to sup- port local industries along the line PAGE INDEX Horace R. Corbin for The Times that have been neglected. This will Regional...... 2-3 Obituary...... 18 Real Estate .... 12-17 A DONE DEAL…Congressman Mike Ferguson concludes the purchase of Jersey corn and blueberries last Saturday provide alternative and cheaper trans- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education.....9,15-19 Classifieds...... 17 morning at the Farmers Market in Scotch Plains. portation,” he said. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-14 A&E ...... 19-20 Page 10 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Downtown Westfield Offers Variety, Hometown Atmosphere CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 a lot of young families are always Ms. Cronin echoed that sentiment; out enjoying the town. It’s so re- she said that some shoppers might freshing,” said United Fund Execu- travel to Westfield for a specific tive Director Linda Maggio. “I love store destination (she mentioned that that community feeling; it really Trader Joe’s and Lord & Taylor have makes you smile.” large drawing power), but once they The Downtown Westfield Corpo- arrive in the heart of the town, ration (DWC), the governing body “they’ll find themselves making a for the town’s Special Improvement day of it.” District (SID), has worked to im- One concern that had risen among prove and promote Downtown some Westfielders was that chain Westfield and its businesses since stores would move to downtown David B. Corbin for The Times its formation in 1996. Westfield but would not attempt to Horace R. Corbin for The Times IT’S FUN TIME…Strollers find much to do and much to eat at the Fanwood Maintaining a sense of atmosphere integrate themselves into the down- BOROUGH JAZZ BLUES…Alvin Madison of Moblues entertains the crowd in Street Fair last Saturday. downtown has been a major goal of town community. However, most Fanwood at the street fair with Memphis Blues tunes.. the organization. Through beautifi- have found the chains eager to par- cation projects and a variety of com- ticipate in special events. SP-F Board of Education munity events, the DWC and other “People tell me that they think Garbage Will Not Be Moved organizations have sought to that chains won’t get involved with strengthen the sense of community the community, but I can’t say that. Nixes Teacher Transfers and add a new dimension to the I have seen the chain stores in Across County, Says Railway downtown space. Westfield become very involved,” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Efforts to improve the town have Ms. Cronin said. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Dr. Choye’s comments raised con- with the teachers. I’ve done the same Fuller, there are no plans for M&E to aware,” said Mr. Fuller. “They lease not gone unnoticed – residents, shop- She cited annual sidewalk sales cerns among the affected teachers, thing myself. But the staff that is move garbage in Union Country. on our land. We work very well to- pers and business owners often cite as an example. “People had been who returned to the microphone to coming in is a good one. Mr. Daley said the county negoti- gether. We have drills working with Westfield’s atmosphere as one of its afraid to ask chain stores to partici- clarify their positions. “Unfortunately, people are not see- ated with the Port Authority, and port emergency squads. We are an active greatest charms. Said Westfield resi- pate,” she said, “but now they’ve “I had a discussion about two years ing the entire picture. There is a traffic will go out its regular south arm of the community.” dent and Juxtapose Gallery owner become a tremendous part of the ago about liking to seek change,” reason for this. Things tend to bal- and west lines. Port traffic will be Mr. Daley said that when the rail- Gerri Gildea, “The ambiance down- event.” Mrs. Pucci said. “In the two years ance out,” he remarked. shipped on the Lehigh Valley and road was reestablished, a state diag- town has changed – the streetscape Ms. Racine said, “We know that that elapsed, I never had that conver- Mr. Saridaki went on to say he Chemical Coast lines, neither affect- nostic team evaluated grade cross- is pretty and well-done, and the it’s really important to have a con- sation (again).” thought the public discussion was ing Union County. Mr. Daley said ings and specified what signals and town has done a great job with things nection to the people in this com- “I came here nine years ago from “not a proper forum” to discuss the freight from the Port Authority “will gates are necessary at each crossing. like jazz festivals. People enjoy com- munity. Even though we’re a big travel by truck and barge, but not on The county’s deal with M&E pro- Coles,” said Ms. Cicalese. “I think possible changes. ing out for those kinds of events.” chain store, we have personal ties to these lines.” vides for 15 cars traveling at 25 mph. change should be embraced. I loved Many parents of Evergreen stu- Apart from aesthetics, the char- the area – they are our employees Mr. Slote said he is wary of the All trains are radio-equipped in or- coming to Evergreen. It’s been a dents doubted whether the changes acter of the businesses that line and our customers and we want to responses of M&E, noting, “We have der to notify fire and emergency sta- wonderful change. But this is an needed to be made and wondered Downtown Westfield streets has show that we care.” been lied to left and right, and there’s tions when a train might interfere involuntary transfer and a reassign- how the proposed changes would changed in recent years. Many cite To that end, the Gap has partici- no reason to believe them. To put it with a municipality’s ability to re- ment. affect the quality of education at the the arrival of the Gap in 1991 as a pated in the Spring Fling and bluntly, if the Rahway Valley rail spond to a call. “I’d be happy to go back to Coles, school. catalyst for a new wave of retailers. FestiFall (one year the store put didn’t exist, nobody would propose “They’ll have the ability to cross but I’d like to stay at Evergreen. Most Many thought the changes were Since that time, Westfield has at- together a fashion show) and annu- to run it as is now.” any intersection in a minute. There importantly, I’d like to ensure the abrupt, considering that former prin- tracted chain stores like Express, ally displays Westfield student art- Mr. Daley explained that in 1992, won’t be interference with traffic safety of Evergreen children. Every cipal Randi De Brito was replaced transportation was stopped on the flow. It’ll be equivalent to a traffic Ann Taylor, KayBee Toys, The work during the town’s Art Month. day, it seems that the safety of our by Mrs. Haubert after her second lines and they were sold to the NJDOT light,” Mr. Daley said. Bombay Company, Victoria’s Se- Ms. Racine also explained a newer children is not a primary concern.” year. in 1994 for the purpose of preserving Union County’s contract with cret and Coach. initiative, a BabyGap local events “Yes, I was disappointed in the “You don’t have the children in them for rail transportation. CSX M&E calls for three trains per week With this surge in national and program under which acts like pup- Evergreen environment, but I never sight if you vote ‘yes’ for this (teacher and Norfolk Southern wanted to use for the first three years and increases regional chains, independent stores pet shows and musicians provide complained about my room’s condi- transferring) because there is no valid the Staten Island lines to ship to big to five trains per week after three face the challenges of satisfying entertainment for children and their tion,” Mrs. Hutchinson said. “Any- reason for this,” one parent said. business. The county wanted to keep years. longtime Westfield shoppers and parents in GapKids. Just before way, I do have windows that work. “This scares me for the upcoming control of the lines and “be true to the “It’s costing them $7.5 million presenting themselves to new down- Mother’s Day, employees set up an That’s a weak excuse. Where does years.” reasons why the state bought the just to refurbish the Rahway Valley town visitors. art event in which shoppers could that help the students?” In other business, the board ap- lines, which was to service the busi- line,” Mr. Slote said. “Never mind “We went with the changes. Our either bring or buy a T-shirt and put Dr. Choye later dismissed the idea proved all out-of-district summer nesses in Union County,” Mr. Daley the millions it took to acquire it from business tried to evolve with the handprints or footprints on it with said. the state. How does three trains a that new principal Colleen Haubert placements. The approved Summer town and appeal to both old custom- paint. Union County then leased the lines week justify that expenditure? It’s may not be ready to make an in- 2004 Extended Placements totaled ers and new people,” Ms. Gildea “It was such a huge success,” she from New Jersey and contracted obvious they have bigger and better formed decision about the teachers. $398,046.88. The board also ap- said. “We didn’t get old; we still get said. “It was so great to watch moms M&E as its operator. Because the things planned. If there’s more traf- “A new staff means fresh ideas,” proved nine classified students to excited about what we’re doing.” and their kids making these shirts shipping of freight is a matter of fic, they’ll get it on there.” Dr. Choye said. “I have no concerns attend the district’s Creative Sum- Joe Spector, vice chairman of the together and having fun.” interstate commerce, the county has Mr. Fuller said that it is “a fact of about bringing in new people along mer Workshop during the 2004 sum- DWC and owner of The Leader Smith & Hawkin, a 2002 addition limited say on what is shipped; how- life” that as population increases, the with a new principal. They will band mer, at a total cost of $2,182. Store, pointed out that even though to Elm Street, has enriched the ever, in its agreement with M&E, the amount of trains increases. Mr. Fuller together and it will be a fresh start.” A motion to adopt new textbooks some people think that the latest Westfield community greatly, said rail line can only ship materials gen- said he and his company would do “It’s always a traumatic experi- for use in the beginning of the 2004- wave of chain retailers indicates a Ms. Cronin. The company donated erated in Union County or bound for their part to avoid disturbing resi- ence when teachers get reassigned,” 2005 school year also passed. Union County. dences along the line. drastic shift in the character of two benches to the Elm Street brick Mr. Saridaki said. “Parents always The board additionally passed a Mr. Daley said there wouldn’t be “No, we don’t keep people up at Downtown Westfield, the town has courtyard and has expressed its de- talk about their personal experiences motion to contract with the Union any unwanted materials (waste) night,” Mr. Fuller said. “I live in always had great commercial draw. sire to stay in touch with the County Educational Services Com- shipped because “there are no facili- Plainfield. I want to be a good neigh- “I think that many people have a Westfield community. mission to administer the district’s ties that service that. No one along bor.” mistaken predisposed ‘Norman “If you’re going to be in a town TV-34 Schedule Nonpublic School Individuals with the line does that type of work.” One concern of the Stop the Train Rockwell painting’ idea about like this, you have to get involved,” The June 22 Commencement Disabilities Education Act-B Initia- Mr. Fuller could not specify what group is that there will be increased Westfield. The town does have some said Michael Gluckman, store man- exercises for the Scotch Plains- tive (IDEA-B) funds. is shipped on the rail, but he said that pollution, not from trains, but by cars of that and has always had some of ager of Smith & Hawken. “I’d say Fanwood High School Class of Also, the school board moved to it is mostly construction debris. sitting waiting to cross. that, but even back in the 1930s and that about 80 percent of our busi- 2004 will air in its entirety on authorize the submission of an appli- “We are common carriers. By law, Mr. Fuller said the rail industry is 1940s, Westfield had national and ness comes from Westfield, Scotch Scotch Plains Channel 34 cation for the IDEA-B Basic and we must move whatever the busi- a mostly seamless operation that is regional chains,” he said. Plains and Fanwood. We think it’s nesses are contracted to ship and only mentioned when an unfortunate throughout the month of June Preschool Initiative for fiscal year He recalled that the most valu- important to be a part of the com- receive,” Mr. Fuller said. “But gar- derailment or injury occurs. and July on the following sched- 2005. ule: Monday – Midnight, 11 a.m., able retail space in town was once in munity.” bage is not in our plan.” “We are regulated by the federal “Everyone has the right to be edu- 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.; Tuesday – 7 locations that were nearest to stores At 2003’s 5K Run, Ms. Cronin Mr. Fuller said it is possible to government,” Mr. Fuller said. “We cated,” board member Lance Porter a.m., 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Wednes- like Woolworth’s and the Singer said that the generosity of both in- hook up with the Erie Lackawanna, are the most environmentally sound said. day – Midnight, 1 p.m. and 5 Sewing Center. dependent and chain stores gave and said M&E already has the capa- industry around.” The board also gave its nod for p.m.; Thursday – 7 a.m. and 3 “The nature of business has event organizers “almost too much.” bility to connect with the line using high school Air Force JROTC mem- p.m.; Friday – Midnight, 1p.m. changed here, but it changed 30 Mr. Spector said, “[Chain stores] the Raritan Valley service. bers to attend the Job Corps Acad- and 5 p.m.; Saturday – Mid- years ago, not five,” he said. In a have moved here for all the right “But, NJ Transit operates com- emy at Camp Kilmer in Edison for night, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.; Sunday shift that he said reflects both re- reasons – the demographics, the muter trains under electric wires,” Summer Fun the Summer Leadership School 2004 Mr. Fuller said. “Freight trains sim- – 7 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. gional and national changes, inde- town facades…They upgrade and from July 6 to 16. ply won’t fit. Any ideas of double CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 pendent stores are becoming “the uplift aging properties, and they stacking will not be viable.” hosts an eight-week summer pro- anachronism, not the rule.” deserve credit for a lot of beautifi- “Plus,” Mr. Daley said when asked gram for children featuring arts and Chains account for 47.31 percent cation. They’re part of the commu- about the possibility, “it would be such crafts, sports and games. I Declare... of downtown retail space (by occu- nity – they’re our neighbors, friends a circuitous route. It would be so con- Union County kicked off the Sum- pied square feet), franchises occupy and family.” voluted. Physically, yes it’s possible, mer Arts Festival in Echo Lake Park 10.06 percent and independent Noting the eclectic mix of busi- but it’s completely not practical.” on June 30. Outdoor concerts are stores fill 42.63 percent, according ness establishments in Downtown Mr. Slote said when the line was held every Wednesday evening at to Sherry Cronin, executive director Westfield, Mr. Spector said that the abandoned, “it was such a problem 7:30 until August 25. Admission is of the DWC. lack of an official governing plan the police needed to patrol the traffic free, and in case of inclement weather, Many store owners and consum- for the town means that the land- on Route 22. M&E’s proposals are the rain site will be Cranford High “Uncle” ers agree that downtown businesses lords of individual downtown spaces ridiculous.” School. For a listing of the perfor- Dave mances, see the Union County Williams strike a favorable balance in their can decide who moves into the town There are 26 grade crossings 25% Off vast variety. center. “We’re different from a mall,” (where cars and trains are on the website at www.ucnj.org. “I think that this town has devel- he said. “Mall owners can discrimi- same level) in Union County cover- Union County will also host “Kids Any Tree, oped a lot in several directions – we nate as to what percentage of the ing both the Rahway Valley and Kingdom,” which will provide ac- have specialty stores, bigger name space will be used for restaurants or Staten Island lines. Mr. Slote said, tivities such as face painting, arts and Shrub or stores and restaurants that all cater retail and the kinds of businesses. “There’s no question it’ll create tre- crafts, pony rides, hay rides, a pet- to different clientele,” said Anthol- We’re a town center, so we have a mendous problems. You are cutting ting zoo and demonstrations. The events will be held from 12-6 pm on Hanging Basket ogy owner Melissa Defalco, who free market.” off Meisel and Mountain Avenue when a train approaches. These are the following dates: July 11 at opened her women’s clothing and “Everything changes. If you at- heavily traveled arteries.” Warinanco Park, August 8 at the loop accessories store five years ago. tempt to plan for your change, you’ll Of the concerns that trains will area in Watchung Reservation, Sep- “There’s enough blend going on hopefully get something close to cause traffic congestion Mr. Fuller tember 18 at Nomahegan Park. ...Your Freedom here so there’s something for ev- what you envisioned. In Downtown said: “I won’t pretend that people can The county will sponsor a family eryone.” Westfield, there is a common vision avoid being inconvenienced. But we program at Trailside Nature & Sci- Ms. Gildea speculated that the to negotiate, coordinate and com- will try to keep this at a low threshold. ence Center in Watchung Reserva- to Save $$$ changing character of downtown re- promise – that’s what community is We will not have any great impact.” tion on Tuesday, August 10 from 7-8 tailers has caused some shifts in the about,” he said. Mr. Fuller said he is aware of the pm. “Nighttime Munchies” is open In Celebration of our Rights and Freedoms we demographics of downtown shop- Independents and chains alike say grade crossings on Route 22 and 28, to families with children age six and pers. “I think that there are more that the general success of Westfield “but we’re talking about small trains older. Participants will take a night- are having an incredible sale Thursday July 1st- out-of-towners coming in over the businesses and the ever-improving running very infrequently. I’m not time hike and sample berries as they Wedensday July 7th. weekend, especially on Sundays,” aesthetics of the town make the shop- particularly concerned.” learn about mammals eating berries Fill those voids in the landscape by taking she said. “They may come here for ping district more exciting, and the Mr. Fuller also said that fire offi- in nature. The registration cost is $5 the bigger stores, but sharp market- constant flow of both auto and pe- cials in Springfield are aware of the for Union County residents and $6 advantage of this incredible sale. Purchase any ing on the part of small business destrian traffic suggests a thriving, line crossing by the new Springfield for non-residents. Anyone interested Tree or Shrub or Hanging Basket from our large owners attracts them to all the other dynamic community. fire station on Mountain Avenue. may contact Trailside Nature & Sci- businesses in town.” “Downtown is more than a place “In Springfield, fire officials are ence Center at (908) 789-3670. selection at 25% Off the marked Retail Price. to shop and dine – it’s a social There will also be several un-advertised specials place,” said Ms. Cronin. SCOTCH PLAINS “I like the Mom & Pop store feel- only for our best buds members. Zoning Board ing, the sense that ‘nobody can do it POLICE BLOTTER Hurry though, our father comes back from CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 like Westfielders can,’” said Ms. vacation on the 8th, and he gets angry at us tion by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Maggio. “But at the same time, you FRIDAY, JUNE 18 The Scotch Plains Police were on foot Board of Education to place a new can find just about anything you • The Jade Isle restaurant was bur- patrol inside Snuffy’s parking lot when when we run these large sales. illuminated sign at Park Middle want here. It’s a vibrant climate, a glarized sometime between 1 and 11 they observed the two occupants of the place that people want to be.” a.m. on Friday. The manager discov- vehicle engaging in the use of CDS. School. Board members questioned ered the break-in when he arrived for Hours whether the proposed sign’s loca- Ms. Defalco said, “We have a lot work. Entry was gained through the Sun-Tue 9am-6pm • Wed-Thu 9am-7pm tion was proper and whether its of shops here, but there are a lot of front door. Money was removed from Erin Quale of S. Plains Fri 9am-6pm • July 4th 9am-2pm support base would be consistent people too. Offering more of a vari- the restaurant’s cash registers. with the style of the school build- ety helps everyone.” • Two people were arrested inside the Named to Dean’s List ing. Just as Westfield’s thriving down- parking lot of Snuffy’s restaurant. SCOTCH PLAINS – The College ILLIAMS URSERY The school board was asked to town center constantly moves for- Elisabete De Sousa Amos, 36, of Queens, NY was arrested while sitting inside a of Arts and Sciences at Syracuse submit an amended proposal at the ward, surrounding areas and towns parked vehicle. She was in possession of University in Syracuse, N.Y. has & The Gift House board’s July meeting. The board are improving themselves in many less than 50 grams of marijuana. Bryant placed Scotch Plains resident Erin www.williams-nursery.com did approve the school board’s ap- ways. In the coming weeks, this Lopez, 24, also of Queens, NY was Quale on the spring 2004 semester 524 Springfield Ave Join the Club series will examine those other com- arrested and charged with possession of Dean’s List. She is a senior majoring Westfield • 908-232-4076 and Be Rewarded plication to place a new sign at Coles Elementary School. mercial and business centers. CDS (cocaine). in mathematics and psychology. Page 2 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Recreation Events Bowling Camp: at Linden Lanes schools. Fee: $15. Talking Business (ages 5 to 7): Held Wednesdays at Our new Teen Scene is for resi- 10 a.m. for nine weeks. $6/week. dent teens completing grades 6 Basketball Camps: Held 9 a.m. through 8. Held in the relaxed atmo- Enterprise Bank Announces to 12 p.m., July 6 to 9, for grades 6- sphere of Tamaques Park. Fee: $25. 8 at Roosevelt, and 9 to 11 a.m., The department also offers a July 26 to 30, for grades 4 and 5 at C.I.T. Program for resident teens Public Stock Offering WHS. Fee: $60/camp. ages 14 and 15. A C.I.T. applica- Roller Hockey Camp: with WHS tion is required from each appli- KENILWORTH — Enterprise The offering was made pursuant to Ice Hockey Team: Held 9 a.m. to cant. Space is limited. Fee: $25 Bank announced that it has entered an offering circular filed with the 12 p.m., July 19 to 23, for grades 4- (Additional fees will be charged into an agreement with Ryan Beck & Federal Deposit Insurance Corpora- 8, and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 26 to for trips and events for all Summer Co., Inc. to serve as agent and sole tion. The net proceeds are expected 30, for grades K-3 at Tamaques Playground Programs) underwriter for the mar- to be approximately $6.4 Park. Fee: $60. Teen Center: The Teen Center keting and sale of million. Upon completion Wrestling Camp: with Glen will be open on select Friday eve- 1,000,000 shares of com- of the offering, the com- Kurz: Held 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Au- nings during the school year, from mon stock. Enterprise mon stock is expected to gust 2-6, for ages 7-10, and August 7 to 11 p.m., for all high school Bank will offer 666,700 commence trading on the 9 to 13 for ages 11-14, at WHS students. The teen center is a safe shares in a subscription of- OTC Bulletin Board. Wrestling Gym. Fee: $60/week. and enjoyable alternative located fering to shareholders, di- Enterprise Bank is a com- Strollersize Class: Finally a class in the municipal building on East Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times rectors and employees of munity bank located in for moms and babies! Program Broad Street. Come check it out! CONGRESSIONAL VISIT...Congressman Mike Ferguson, second from left, Enterprise. Kenilworth. Its services in- visited the Scotch Plains Fire Department on Saturday to check on the status of dates: Tuesdays, until July 28, 9 Weight Watchers: Contact Traci Ryan Beck will serve as Frank Goffreda clude personal checking, Kastner if you are interested in a federal grant awarded to the department for the purchase of communications information agent for the savings, money market and a.m. Tamaques Park. Fee: To be equipment. announced. signing up for Weight Watchers, subscription offering and as sole un- certificates of deposit accounts. In Summer Playground Programs: held in the Municipal Building derwriter for 333,300 shares, plus all addition, the bank offers consumer Held until August 12. Monday Community Room. Possible meet- Westfielder Convicted shares not purchased in the subscrip- and commercial loans, lines of credit, through Friday, 9 to 11:45 a.m. and ing day: Mondays at 12 p.m. tion offering. The offering was priced home equity loans, ATM cards, debit 1 to 3:45 p.m. Registration began Please register for the above pro- at $7.00 per share. The subscription cards and free telephone banking. June 1. (Proof of age required for grams at: The Westfield Recre- Of First Degree Robbery period will expire July 9, 2004 and For more information, please call all programs). The Junior Play- ation Department, 425 East Broad the public offering is expected to Enterprise Bank, Frank Goffreda, ground St. Office: (908) 789-4080. Visit conclude shortly thereafter. 908-653-1800. is for resident children ELIZABETH – An 18-year-old bat during a second robbery at the completing Kindergarten through us online at: westfieldnj.net/ townhall/recreation. Westfield man who admitted to two same store three weeks later, and grade 5. Held at local elementary counts of first degree robbery and an striking him and an innocent cus- Louis Miron Re-appointed aggravated assault as a juvenile was tomer on the head with the bat. sentenced to a 10-year state prison “What this juvenile did to this Fanwood Recreation Events term by a Superior Court judge in store owner and the other victim Trustee of Bar Foundation Elizabeth, Union County Prosecutor was downright atrocious,” said As- Summer Program: The Fanwood be between 5 and 10 years old. The Theodore Romankow said Monday. sistant Prosecutor Deborah White, WESTFIELD – Louis Miron, a Program Development, Co-sponsor- Recreation commission will con- remaining weeks of the camp are Two other 17-year-old delinquents who said that the customer suffered Westfield attorney and Bergen ship Oversight Committee and serves duct a seven-week summer pro- July 12 to 16, and August 9 to 13. have also been sentenced as adults, severe physical and emotional County resident, was re-appointed on the editorial board of Legal Eagle, gram for Fanwood Children at The times are from 9 a.m. until he added. trauma as a result of the attack and as a trustee of the New Jersey State the Foundation’s legal newspaper for LaGrande Park. The program be- noon. For brochures, please email Johnny Howell will serve eight has not been back to work since. Bar Foundation, an organization dedi- kids, and chairs the editorial board gan on Thursday, June 24, and will [email protected] and a half years before being consid- Superior Court Judge John cated to promoting law-related edu- for Respect, a tolerance newsletter end on Friday, August 6. or call (908) 451-5123. ered for parole because the two crimes Malone, in imposing the heavy cation and giving all New Jersey produced by the Foundation. The programs are under the di- Fanwood Baseball Camp: The of violence qualify under the state’s jail time, said it was “truly amaz- residents a basic understanding of Mr. Miron also chairs the NJSBF’s rection of Mr. Kevin Ewing, Ex- Fanwood Baseball Camp is an in- “no early release act” for serious ing that we are not in court on a the legal system. Tolerance and Law-Related Educa- ecutive Director and Mr. Tom structional program run by Tom offenders, the prosecutor said. sentencing for murder” and or- Actively involved in the Bar Foun- tion committees. Mr. Miron fre- Baylock, Assistant Director. The Baylock, a teacher in SPF High Howell admitted to throwing a dered restitution be paid. dation, Mr. Miron is a member of the quently lectures students on various staff consists of the following indi- School and the Varsity Coach of bottle of bleach at the owner of a In two other sentencings of juve- legal issues including the juvenile viduals: LaGrande Park Michelle the baseball team. The weeks are confectionary store on West Grand niles waived to adult court for seri- SP Dentist Elected justice system, students’ rights and Tobier-Supervisor Amanda Wells July 5 to 9 and July 26 to 30 for Street in Rahway on June 23, 2003, ous offenses, Superior Court Judge school newspaper issues and helps Lauren Bianco and Ned Kipping. Kindergarten to fifth grade. The during a robbery attempt, wielding a John Triarsi sentenced Dennis Vega, Speaker of NJDA prepare mock trial teams for compe- The program runs from 9 a.m. to 1 time is from 9 a.m. until noon. For 17, of Amity Street, Elizabeth, to a ATLANTIC CITY – In a recent tition. p.m. weather permitting. The parks more information call (908) 964- Memorial Playground seven-year state prison sentence for ceremony at the New Jersey Dental Appointed to several New Jersey will close due to rain or extreme 0639 brutally beating and kicking an inno- Association’s (NJDA) 134th Annual Superior Court Committees, Mr. heat. The park will be closed on Fanwood Tennis Camp: The Undergoes Revamping cent pedestrian on First Street on Convention in Atlantic City, Walter Miron was appointed to the New Jer- Monday, July 5. camp is run by Brian Maloney, a WESTFIELD – On June 19, the January 8, 2004, during an unsuc- Chinoy, DMD was sworn in as the sey Supreme Court to participate in a Summer Activities: The Activi- tennis pro who lives in Fanwood. Memorial Park Eagle project was dedi- cessful robbery attempt and Supe- organization’s Speaker of the House National Town Hall Meeting con- ties include Crafts, Tournaments, His experience is extraordinary. The cated to children of all abilities. There rior Court Judge Stuart Peim sen- of Delegates for the 14th consecu- cerned with improving court and com- Games, Sports, and Special events. weeks and times vary. For more are now four slides and eight swings, tenced Kristian Cotto, 17, of East tive year. munity collaboration, as well as a There are two age groups: 5-7 year information, please call (908) 322- as well as a ramp for wheelchairs. Jersey Street, Elizabeth to six years “I am proud to serve the NJDA in state conference on court and com- olds and 8 years and up. Each week 5877. There are new handicapped parking for the same offense. Both will be this important capacity,” said Dr. munity relations. The United States will have different events at the Basketball Camp: (AKA Raid- spaces, next to a new sidewalk lined serving at least 85 percent of their Chinoy. “I look forward to yet an- District Court appointed Mr. Miron park. There is also plenty of time ers Basketball Camp) The camp is with the contributor’s names. The new sentences before release. The victim other productive year for our asso- as a Receiver during the pendency of for open play. Kids may come and run by the SP-FHS varsity basket- sidewalk leads all the way to the new will need even more surgery for his ciation as we work, through our an action brought by the Securities play different board games or sport- ball coaches. The remaining camp ramp and there is fun for all. face, said Ms. White. members, to improve oral health in and Exchange Commission. The New ing events. Each week there will will run July 19 to 23. For more The new wheelchair accessible “This is the fate that awaits any New Jersey.” Jersey Superior Court Chancery Divi- be a different theme that will allow information, please call (908) 889- playground at Memorial Park, teenager, even if under the legal age A general dentist in Scotch Plains, sion has also designated him as a counselors and campers participate 2080 or (908) 964-0639 Westfield took over two years in the of 18 for adults crimes, that commits Dr. Chinoy received his bachelor’s court-appointed monitor and court- in various activities. Fanwood goes to Hollywood: design and approval stages. It took an offense involving such severe vio- degree from Rutgers University and appointed fiscal agent during the pen- July 6 to 9, sports tournament Summer Movies at LaGrande Park almost two months to build. It took lence,” said Prosecutor Romankow. his dental degree from the Univer- dency of consumer fraud actions week; July 12 to 16, ceramics week; will be held on Tuesday’s at dusk. over 175 contributors to pay for it, “The statute allows for waiver and sity of Pennsylvania Dental School. brought by the Attorney General. He July 19 to 23, board games tourna- The rain date will be the following several dozen volunteers to construct we do not hesitate to use it when He is a member of the Academy of has also been designated court-ap- ment week; July 26 to 30, miscel- night. The remaining movies are: it, also service donations and food necessary.” General Dentistry, American Acad- pointed counsel for patients in emer- laneous games; August 2 to 6, sum- July 6 - Finding Nemo; July 13- from local businesses. emy of the History of Dentistry, and gency medical guardianship cases. mer luau week. Catch That Kid; July 20- Lion King 1 the American Institute of Parliamen- Mr. Miron is a member of the Federal, TV 35, the Fanwood Website, 1/2; July 27- Cheaper By The Dozen; Scotch Plains Recreation Events tarians. He is also a fellow of both New Jersey State, New York State, and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood August 3- Brother Bear; August 10- the American and International Col- Union County and District of Colum- Times will carry more information Kangaroo Jack; August 17- Kim Pos- Multi Sport Camp: July 19 to hands on fun! Play Quidditch for leges of Dentists and the Pierre bia bar associations. for us regarding the theme weeks. sible. 23. Experience over 15 sports in muggles, make invisible ink, make Fauchard Academy. Mr. Miron graduated cum laude To register, go to the park and fill Refreshments will be available one week! Programs run by US an edible wand, brew potions, make Dr. Chinoy and his wife Elaine, from Lehigh University and received out a registration form. Registra- courtesy of the Fanwood Junior Sports Institute. Badminton, bocce, a magic solution, watch chemical live in Scotch Plains with their two his law degree from American Uni- tion is open to all Fanwood and Womens Club. hockey, net ball, soccer, volley- reactions. Also, be king or queen sons, Adam and Evan. versity, Washington College of Law. Scotch Plains residents. There is a Please bring small beach chairs ball, parachute games, cricket, of the galaxy, watch a mirage ap- $5 registration fee. or blankets to sit on for the movies. handball, world cup, lacrosse, pear, make cool crystals and much Fanwood Soccer Camp: The PLEASE REMEMBER: NO olympics and more! All abilities more! Monday through Friday, Au- Williams Announces Bid Fanwood Soccer Camp is run by DOGS IN THE PARK welcome. Programs are limited to gust 16 to 20, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at David Moser, Assistant Varsity For any questions or comments, 60 children. Ages 5-7, 9 a.m.-1 Towne House. Registration: Until Soccer Coach New Providence please call the Fanwood Recre- p.m., $142. Ages 7-14, 9 a.m.-3 July 23, $100 per person. For District 7 Congress Seat High School. The camp concen- ation Department at (908) 889- p.m., $169. Held at Kramer Manor MAGLEV CARS - Levitation trates on the basics. Campers must 2080. Park. Please bring snacks and wa- for Future Transportation: Grades CLINTON – Matthew Angus Wil- Mr. Williams’ 2004 campaign ter. 1-5. Build your own “Futuristic liams formally announced his cam- theme is ‘An Interactive Democracy.’ Summer Park Program: The Maglev” car to race and take home. paign for the District 7 seat of U.S. By utilizing a web-based data col- six-week park program runs from Learn about the relationship be- Congress on Sunday, June 27. lection system, Mr. Williams believes July 6 to August 13 from 9 a.m. to tween magnetism and electricity- Mr. Williams, a full-time producer people can have more of a voice in 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. the two forces behind levitation in and musician, secured his place on the federal government. Ages six to 12. It will be held at your Maglev car. You will get to the November ballot as the Indepen- The proposed web-based system Brookside and Green Forest Parks. race your vehicle to make it go dent candidate. would allow each registered voter to The Recreation Office is holding faster. Also, see and work with a Mr. Williams remarked, “It has sign in and read the summary of a registrations now for the park pro- magnet that can lift 200 pounds. become clear that neither the Demo- bill, consider the pluses and minuses gram. The fee is $30 per person. Work with our levitron-omega, spin cratic nor the Republican parties are from each side, review Mr. Williams’ Trips and additional programs will the top and watch it float. Learn interested in what is best for the personal opinion of the bill, and if be extra. how motors work as well as gen- American people. They have their desired, see the entire bill. Then they Travel on Platform 9 & 3/4 - erators. Monday through Friday, own agendas, seemingly with no re- will be able to cast their vote. For Harry Potter Magical Mystery August 16 to 20 at Towne House. gard for the desires or needs of the those without Internet access, there Snuffy’s Lunch Specials Tour: Grades 1-4. All aboard for Registration: Until July 23, $115. public. That is a long way from, ‘Of will be an 800 phone-based system. Served Monday thru Saturday 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm the people, for the people, and by the “Whatever the majority decides people.’ Instead, they have exchanged would be how I will cast my vote. Appetizers ‘corporation’ for ‘people’ in that ex- While it is true that it will not be a pression.” perfect system or a perfect democ- Fried Mozzarella Sticks $6.95 “My campaign is about the people; racy, I would rather see thousands of the people of District 7 and what they residents in District 7 deciding the Fried Clams $6.95 Clinical Hypnosis feel is right for them, not just what I fate of a bill, than a handful of lobby- feel is right for them,” he said ists,” said Mr. Williams. Entrees for Blackened Chicken over Salad $7.95 Personal Injury. . . 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The HUNG UP!! ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Son Needs to Discover Self Worth — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— Through His Own Achievements DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: By Milt Faith, Executive Director New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Youth and Family Counseling Service Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is cor- Fanwood Business & Professional Association A Son Writes: I am in my mid- the mother or father. It would appear rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey 20s, and I am a potter and artist. I am to me that by now both of you, with sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 moderately financially successful, a mediator and/or legal counsel, diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 and I enjoy my profession. I am would have resolved issues of visita- If you can guess one correctly – good Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 fairly well known in the art field, and tions, which would include the length guess. If you get two – well-read indi- this reinforces my feelings of suc- of time spent with the father, the vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 cess and pride. structure of rules, expectations and free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. However, these feelings are the everyday living arrangements. All words and correct definitions dwarfed by my constant compari- Too often, parents argue, compete come from the board game Diction Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte sons to my father’s achievements. or act out their unresolved issues Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR He is a very successful businessman from the past. The entire family suf- Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo and earns a great deal of money; my fers as a result. I do not know the 1. Senal – Spanish for a landmark COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION parents own two houses and a boat entire story, including alleged moti- 2. Worral – A lizard-like animal with and, in younger years, I recall the vations re: buying objects to receive a forked tongue Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly 3. Potamian – A soft-shelled river ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS entire family vacationing all over the love, etc. country. I strongly recommend that, in lieu tortoise Ben Corbin 4. Hirple – To limp SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES My father says he is proud of me, of (mutual) accusations and judgments One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 but I feel that I may have let him (whereby children get caught up in POURRIDIE down by not going to the “finest” power struggles resulting in depres- 1. A surplus in supplies, materials, colleges and following in his foot- sion, anger, self-doubts), you and your etc. steps. What would help me stop com- husband must sit down with a profes- 2. A nightgown paring myself to dad, since I always sional and resolve the issues men- 3. Any of various fungus growths come out in the short end of self- tioned in your letter. This would in- which decay the roots of vines 4. A soluable poison formed in the evaluation? deed show me that you are providing putrefaction of blood and other protein Answer: Remember that you and appropriate emotional nurturance for matter your dad are two separate individu- the children. Good luck to all of you. REQUIN als, each succeeding in different vo- A Schoolteacher Writes: I am a 1. A shark cations, which, hopefully, have given teacher in a local high school; I teach 2. A battle ax or mace you happiness and a feeling of ac- English. I never thought I would 3. A sperm whale complishment. He would probably write to you. I am happy in my 4. A nectarine be as inadequate in your field as you career; I have many friends; I get MICHE Happy Birthday America, would in his. Your talent is innate, along well with family and parents, 1. To cheat or defraud 2. To hide or sneak and nobody else can duplicate it. The and I am in love with “Gary” (dis- 3. Sharpness; eagerness items you create are extensions of guised name). 4. Literary works Proclaiming Liberty Throughout you, one of a kind. However, Gary does present a prob- TREAGUE Take pride in who you are and feel lem for me. He is the perfect mate in 1. To coil or wind round In Philadelphia in 1776 on July 4th, the “Province Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland was published; in the joys your accomplishments bring that we are totally compatible, ex- 2. Of an alien or foreign nature Bell” in Independence Hall rang out along with 1894, the Republic of Hawaii was proclaimed, (al- you. And be proud for your father cept for his English (the irony of it 3. A scar or ulcer underneath the skin of sheep many church bells of the town. The Continental though it only lasted for four years); in 1946, the and hopefully for the joy his success all). There are several expressions he brings him. Most of all remember uses that make me cringe. He’ll say, 4. A truce Congress, marking the birth of the United States of Philippines achieved full independence after waiting this saying: “You’ve got to do your “Yous” instead of “you.” I should America, had just signed the Declaration of Inde- over 400 years and in 1997, NASA’s Pathfinder own growing, no matter how tall have “went” or I should have “be- pendence. space probe landed on the surface of Mars. your father is (or was)!” came” aware, etc., etc. More Letters Today, 228 years later, the “Liberty Bell,” as it is Perhaps portraying the best of America’s spirit and An Adamant Mother Writes: I feel awkward and embarrassed on Page 5 now known, stills resides in Philadelphia, bearing heart was that which occurred on July 4th in 1939. Don’t you feel that a mother pro- for him, and for me. Gary is strong vides the best emotional nurturance enough to take criticism, but I am the inscription – Proclaim Liberty Throughout All Lou Gehrig, diagnosed as terminally ill, told the for a child? My ex-husband and I are afraid he will feel inadequate, or he If There Was Enough the Land Unto All the Inhabitants Thereof. crowd at Yankee Stadium that he considered himself always arguing about visitation — will feel I think of him less if I point Parking in WF, People Today, 228 years later, the United States is still “the luckiest man on the face of the earth” as he How long will the children be at their this out. Would you? young, filled with hope, bourgeoning in spirit, proud, announced his retirement from baseball. father’s home? Should he set rules re Answer: If I were seriously in- Would Not Get Tickets strong and free. In baseball spirit of another kind, it’s interesting to eating, sleeping and other routines volved with someone who spoke poor It is comforting to know that the next similar to the ones set up by me, their English, at times, I would want to time I find myself faced with multiple We celebrate this holiday in many ways, including note that in 1930 on July 4th, George Steinbrenner, mother, so that there is consistency correct it and bring it to her attention bench warrants for my arrest, especially barbecues, baseball games, trips to the shore and owner of the New York Yankees was born. in the children’s lives? While at their so that she would ultimately speak for mere parking offenses (e.g. parking fireworks. Along with the meaning as the nation’s Just a few days ago, the new government of Iraq father’s, should he buy them any- appropriately and thereby present too close to a crosswalk and obstructing thing they want, because he has the herself well. drivers’ views of small children) and birthday, July 4th marks the beginning of summer received control and the people were released from moving violations (e.g. speeding down vacations for many, and period of pleasant leisure at the tyranny of Saddam Hussein. Their troubles are money and he wants to buy their The important point is the way you love? tell him. I would do it privately, qui- the Boulevard), I can find safe refuge at home. It starts the span of the beautiful time until far from over and their destiny is uncertain. But they a town council meeting. Trying to convince my ex that I etly, maybe holding the person’s hand. I only need to speak out against what- Labor Day arrives, denoting the return to normalcy, have a new chance for liberty, as did our country in know my children best is like talking I would not go into a long dissertation ever issue of the day the council is if there is such a thing. 1776. God willing, they will be as lucky as America. to a dead horse. How do I get my about his speech patterns but would confronting, and you and so many of my Throughout the history of our country, July 4th has As you enjoy your holiday this July 4th weekend, points of view across to him? focus on the (hopefully) few examples fellow townspeople will express out- frequently been used as the time for important take a moment to proclaim “Happy Birthday Answer: Probably by changing you’ve given. I have to believe that he rage against and condemn the actions of the tone and strong conviction in will listen and work at correcting any any member of our police department announcements and events. Some of these include: America.” Hold this thought throughout the year in your attitude. I feel that a healthy grammatical errors. Good luck; I hope who attempts to do their job and enforce in 1803, the Louisiana Purchase was announced to knowledge of the strength and spirit that the United parent provides the best emotional it works out, and if it doesn’t, it “ain’t” the law. I might never leave the meeting room, with one exception of course. the American people; in 1817 at Rome, New York, States has brought to the world and to each of us – by nurturance for a child, whether it is my fault! Now that our town council has abdi- the construction on the Erie Canal began; in 1865, each of us, by everyone. cated its leadership role and will be ask- ing for the public’s opinion on the park- ing deck issue (but only as to one deck, as In Regard to the Decks, One Resident Letters to Letters to the Editor apparently our opinion on the need for two decks in not worthy of consideration) the Editor I would emerge from my sanctuary to Asks ‘Is the Tail Wagging the Dog?’ Parents Are Pushing Kids Too Hard vote in favor of construction. After such protracted antagonism and elements are to keep it as small as reason- After all, if there were spaces in town apparent petrifaction of the town coun- ably possible and spend heavily on land- NJ Is a Corridor For About College, Sports and Activities for me to park legally, perhaps I could cil position, it was nice to read the head- scaping. With the right design and avoid all those parking tickets to begin line a couple of issues ago indicating plantings, it could fit right in, be rela- Goods and Transport As an NYU professor and a Westfield preparation years that they lack an inte- with. that a single Northside deck and a public tively small and beautiful. That’s a goal. The “NIMBY” contingent objecting parent, I find the recent WHS Guidance grated sense of self. Stressed and some- referendum were under serious consid- to increased rail traffic fails to realize Report evaluation to be very disturbing; and times suicidal, these are the “successful” Sam Della Fera, Jr. eration. How sad it was that the follow- Robin Fry I challenge the parents of Westfield to products of our school systems. Many are Westfield Westfield that New Jersey is a “corridor state” ing week, we hear the suggestion of catering to transcontinental goods haul- examine critically the recommendations depressed, many are in psychotherapy and impending legal action if the mayor’s age of every description, and this will offered to our community and to think many are on psychotropic medications when suggestion were to move forward. Or Westfield Resident find an artery of passage one way or through what this report is telling us about they enter college. Statements In Train was that more than a suggestion? What’s another. what we are demanding of our children and Their elation at finally “arriving” quickly happening here?! Thanks Police Officer Currently the traffic increase is on the of the people we want to advise and guide gives way to the pressure to perform in Story Need Correction I couldn’t believe it a while back highways, and this will continue to ex- them. order to get into a prestigious graduate, Several statements made by Mr. Pol- when someone mentioned to me that the For Prompt Response pand unless relieved to some extent by The most significant suggestion of the medical or law school. When does it end? lack in his June 24 article on the Rahway reason we had to build two decks was On June 22 at 2 a.m., I was awakened the railways. Rail objectors talk about report is “the need to bolster the college Perhaps my view has been affected by the Valley and Staten Island Railroads that the contractor couldn’t build a single by a terrific noise and all lights on my “traffic delays, pollution, noise, “ etc, experience” of our high school sophomores rash of student suicides at NYU this past (SIRR) need correcting. deck. Naturally, my response was that property went out. Not knowing the but in today’s rail scene with continuous and to move college-choice making and year. NYU received more applicants than 1. All rail traffic to and from Staten we get another contractor. It sounded cause, I called 911. Within minutes, a welded rail, trains are much quieter than planning from the junior year to the sopho- any other private university in the country Island will go via a new connection laughable actually – like the tail wag- police officer came to my house and in days of yore. more year. This suggestion appears to be this year. between the Chemical Coast line and the ging the dog. Imagine your home con- showed me with his powerful lights that As for safety, one only has to listen to largely in response to parents’ desire for The WHS Guidance staff must find them- Aurthur Kill Bridge, which is being built tractor insisting that you renovate both my giant pear tree crashed in front of my the rush-hour commuter reports to hear earlier college planning, as determined by selves in a peculiar and difficult position. I by the Port Authority (PA). The physical bathrooms, finish the attic and add a house, onto my driveway and beyond. of roads blocked by overturned or jack- the outside consultant. have found these people to be dedicated, connection between the Arthur Kill deck or he won’t take the job. What The officer contacted immediately the knifed tractor-trailers. Basically it’s a It was parents, and not students, counse- highly skilled and devoted to the welfare of Bridge and the SIRR line to Cranford would you do then? Fire Department and P.S.E.&G. Both case of “either/or,” with a choice of lors or administrators, who rated the guid- our children. However, they are beholden to has been severed. It was also nice to see Ms. Kandigian’s arrived in a short time. My electricity railway efficiency or the same old ance department as less than “very good.” a Board of Education and a community of 2. NJ Transit regularly crosses Rt. 22 small letter tucked away in a corner of was promptly restored, and the live wires motorway blockages with related pollu- The effect of the report’s suggestion would parents, the majority of whom seem to have to access the quarry near Chimney Hill the page. Her idea has much merit. Let’s put in their proper place. All officers tion and smells. be to begin talking to our fifteen year olds bought into the notion that our children Road. There are no massive traffic tie- build the garage we started with and were most kind and reassuring. The railways have been here for some about colleges, test scores, extracurricular need to learn sooner and better how to ups when their hopper trains move bal- forget the retail, housing and office ad- The police officer (unfortunately I don’t 100 years, and existed when people com- activities—and getting them started a year construct their teen brands in order to sell last across the highway. Why would ditions. Is there something in the water know his name) remained until everything menced building houses in close prox- earlier on their campaigns of self-market- themselves, so that the kids get into schools Rahway Valley trains cause traffic jams these days that makes everyone build was taken care of. He even informed the imity. In fact, it was once advantageous ing to get into their (or their parents’) that confer status upon the parents and upon when NJ Transit does not? beyond their needs and frequently be- cable company without my asking. to dwell near the local railway station for desired university. the community. 3. We currently have hundreds of yond their means? There’s much to be I feel fortunate to live in a town that travel options, and those with ordinary Could it be that Westfield parents are The decision of the Board of Education open-top municipal waste 18-wheelers said for organic growth. It’s served our provides such prompt service. Being a common sense took advantage of this obsessed about getting their children into a to hire a former dean of admissions of an Ivy racing along I-78 on a daily basis. These town quite well. widow, it is most reassuring that I am not opportunity. Today, common sense handful of prestigious (name-brand) col- League institution to evaluate the WHS trucks are spewing pollution in the air, A single Northside deck would be fully alone in case of need. seems to be a rare commodity. leges, rather than wanting their children to guidance department speaks volumes. I can leaving torn up tires on the road and are utilized because the location can serve so get into the college that is best for them, as only assume that the Board of Ed. believes spilling their loads when they crash. many constuituents , be they shoppers, Stephanie Popper William A. Burke individuals? Could it be the case that that the goal of the high school guidance One 100-car train on the Lehigh Line commuters or employees. To me, the key Westfield Westfield Westfield parents want to begin even ear- department should be to get as many could replace over 200 trucks. The trains lier to spend their children’s time and their Westfield students into the Ivy League as is are safer and more efficient and better own money to improve SAT scores; to possible. Heads will roll if the numbers are for the environment. brand their children in order to impress not high enough! Walter Appel colleges; to get them to choose their athletic I have not even mentioned the truly Scotch Plains teams, not to have fun or stay fit but to create disturbing behaviors exhibited by our best an attractive profile for college admissions? and brightest, including the abuse of am- Do Westfield parents really want their chil- phetamines in order to stay awake to study WF Woman Thanks dren to perform community service and after all of the day’s sports, clubs and obtain internships simply for the sake of the volunteer activities undertaken for the “re- Businesses for Service college applications? Do we truly want to sume.” I never read about the abuse of On Thursday, June 17, we had a re- increase the pressure and stress on our alcohol and drugs at WHS in The Leader. hearsal dinner for our son and future young people and rob them of the end of The issues and values involved here are daughter-in-law at Jeffrey’s on Central their childhoods? fundamental, having to do with the purpose Avenue. We heard from friends from out The problem is that our children are of education and the lives of our children. of town that this was the best rehearsal being processed, packaged and groomed Really, a letter to the editor of the local dinner they had ever attended. for college at younger and younger years; paper is pathetic in light of the magnitude of I can’t say enough about the help from and their very childhoods are being chipped the problem. I know that there are other Jeffrey Rust. In the very beginning plan- away by our (the parents’) ambitions and neighbors who share some of these views. ning stages, he was willing to prepare social and class anxieties. The question is whether the tide can be and serve what we wanted. Through all Many are growing up in Westfield with turned. my annoying phone calls to check on the belief that getting into a “logo” univer- Kathleen Hull, Ph.D. this and that, he was very patient and sity should be the most important goal of Westfield helpful to me. The night of the dinner the their young lives. Most important, they are food and service were excellent. entering college as burnt out, jaded Machia- Scott from the Flower Zone on Pros- vellians who have little conception of who WF Resident Thanks pect Street prepared the flowers on the they really are or of the value of education bar and in the entrance. The arrange- for its own sake. Writer for Reporting ments and variety of flowers were beau- Many of my students enter college hav- Thanks so much for the balanced ar- tifully prepared. In comparisons to oth- ing forgotten what it means to read a book ticle this week (by Betsey Burgdorf). ers, they were unique and special. for pleasure. Certainly they never heard that Responsible journalism is so needed I would like to say thank you to Jef- the purpose of education might be to bring and always refreshing. frey and Scott for giving such as lovely us to self-knowledge and to understand Continued civil reporting of our elected start for my son and his wife. what life is about, in addition to learning the officials and others will allow concerned residents to remain aware and hold them Shirley McMeekan means of negotiating safely as well as Westfield successfully through life. accountable. Perhaps to even reduce the Many of my NYU students, who come “existing adult” accountability gap! To Reach Us from well-to do communities like Westfield, Beverly Mack E-Mail - [email protected] are lost souls whose identities have been so Westfield Phone - (908) 232-4407 artificially cultivated during the college A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, July 1, 2004 Page 5 Campaign 2004, by Bruce Paterson for Freeholder Westfield Farmers’ Market This Independence Day, Offers Jersey Fresh Produce WESTFIELD – The Westfield New Jersey farmers and gourmet food Declare the Power of Your Vote Farmers’ Market opens today, July 1, purveyors bring their products each As a candidate seeking to serve the programs are beneficial and neces- offering “Jersey Fresh” produce ev- week to the east end of the South public next year as a Freeholder for sary. But when you elect me to serve ery Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. Local Avenue Train Station. Union County, I closely follow the next year, I won’t be annoyed nor Sponsored by the Westfield Area meetings of the County Freeholders. will I think it’s silly if you ask ques- FW Receives $5,000 Chamber of Commerce, the market I also read the coverage provided by tions about how your money is being is a highlight of the summer season The Westfield Leader and other news- spent. I’ll work with you and with the For Rec. Improvements in downtown Westfield. The cham- papers on the meetings. other members of the board for the FANWOOD – Mayor Colleen ber is pleased to announce the addi- I am dismayed by the dismissive public good. Mahr announced that Fanwood is tion of two local merchants to the attitude of the present county repre- On this Independence Day, July the recipient of a $5,000 Statewide Farmers’ Market. Town and Country sentatives. The nine Freeholders ap- 4th, don’t throw away the power of Livable Communities Grant to- Fine Wine & Spirits Marketplace pear annoyed when members of the your vote by believing that incum- wards “improvements and renova- will offer a selection of gourmet public question their actions. If you bents always get reelected through tions to the LaGrande Park Tennis cheeses, snacks and European style elect me, I won’t act that way. their power from controlling your Courts.” bread. Parker Greenhouse Farm and Recently, I questioned several ex- money. Declare your independence. SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS…Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 688 Linda Caminiti, chair of the Garden Center has also joined the penditures made by the Board, in- Support us. presented, from left to right: Scott Moore, Stacie Jeans, Karen McCourt and Fanwood Recreation Commission, market to supply seasonal plantings cluding the legitimacy of the Union My name is Bruce Paterson. Please Susan Carro (missing from photo: Brian Kopnicki) with scholarships. stated, “these tennis courts are widely that will brighten the garden through- County Directions publication. I have give me your vote in November and used by Fanwood residents and the out the summer and fall. concerns that this publicly funded your support now during this cam- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School As in years past, the Westfield newspaper mailed to all throughout paign. Town Clerk To Speak At Tennis team and are an integral part Farmers’ Market will include three the county features the incumbent Join me — and my running mates of our community and our parks.” Jersey farmers offering seasonal politicians who are running for re- for Freeholder – Joe Renna, Frank Historical Soc. Luncheon “These courts have not had any fruits and vegetables. In July, ex- election. In my mind, this is wrong Arena and Pat Quattrocchi. Support significant resurfacing work or im- pect to find early fruits such as and is an abuse of your tax dollars. Mike Panagos for Surrogate. You can WESTFIELD – Westfield Town the Town Council meetings. He sits provements in more than a decade blueberries and raspberries, as well It’s no coincidence that the incum- make a difference. Clerk Bernard Heeney will be the in front of the mayor and council as and we are pleased that we are able to as many varieties of zucchini, let- bents publish the newspaper twice a Please contact me any time by guest speaker at the first Wednesday he records the proceedings and asks continue to bring improvements like tuce, beets, carrots and potatoes. As year — once in May before the pri- calling (908) 654-1392 or by emailing luncheon of the Westfield the residents for their names this to our parks,” she added. the summer progresses, additional mary election and once in October [email protected]. On the Historical Society at noon, and addresses as they ap- In awarding this grant, Mayor Mahr fruits and vegetables will be added before the general election. Internet, visit unioncountygop.org or Wednesday, July 7 at B.G. proach the mayor and coun- noted that the Department of Envi- to the selection, including fresh Jer- The incumbent Freeholders didn’t joerenna.com. Fields Restaurant, 560 cil to ask a question or make ronmental Protection has acknowl- sey corn, tomatoes, followed soon respond to my concern with fact or Springfield Avenue, a statement. edged the importance of the after with fall favorites - apples, explanation. Instead, several attacked Westfield. A resident of Bayonne, borough’s work in maintaining parks pumpkins and squash. me personally. I don’t think this is WF Rescue Squad Mr. Heeney will talk about Mr. Heeney was the Per- and keeping up with the demand for The Farmers’ Market is a combi- right either. They have a duty to you some of his personal back- sonnel Officer in that city open space facilities. nation of town and country, afford- to answer the question. Offers Safety Tips ground as well as the history from 1971 to 1979. In 1979, Commissioner Bradley Campbell ing regional farmers an opportunity Do our current Freeholders really WESTFIELD – Be sure that your of the Town Clerk’s office Bernard Heeney he came to Westfield where went on to state, “I commend you for to sell their products, and offering think that questions from constitu- house address is visible and can be and of the many records and he served as Assistant Town your work and stewardship in meet- local residents the availability of fresh ents are silly? This is not the attitude seen during the day and evening. documents that the Town Clerk has Administrator until 1999. Certified ing the environmental challenges you “just picked” produce. The New Jer- you should encounter from those Keep a list of current medications been responsible for over the years. as a Registered Municipal Clerk, New face on a local level.” sey Department of Agriculture fully spending your money. and allergies at home, at work and in The issuing of all licenses, tabulating Jersey Department of Community Construction on the courts is sched- endorses the local “Jersey Fresh” In Westfield – and similarly in a wallet or purse. Learn basic first all the votes on election night, receiv- Affairs, he became the Town Clerk uled to begin later this year following Farmers’ Market program. Mountainside, Fanwood and Scotch aid, including cardiopulmonary re- ing all the mail for the town hall, of Westfield in November 1999. the completion of the Recreation For further information, please Plains — the average tax bill is suscitation (CPR) and the Heimlich keeping and maintaining all the reso- Regular attendees of the luncheon Departments successful summer in- call the Westfield Chamber at (908) $10,000 per year. Twenty percent of maneuver for choking victims. Teach lutions and ordinances passed by the will be contacted by a phone com- struction Tennis Camp program. 233-3021. this, or $2,000 per year, is sent to the children how and when to dial 911. Town Council and advertising all the mittee of the Society to verify their county and spent by the Freeholders For more information, call (908) new ordinances are just a few of the reservations. Space permitting, oth- on various programs. Many of these 233-2500. responsibilities of the Town Clerk. ers may attend the luncheon by call- Lewis & Clark Exhibit Mr. Heeney is also the only non- ing (908) 233-2930 by noon, Mon- More Letters to the Editor elected official to sit on the dais in day, July 5. Open Through July 16 WESTFIELD – The Westfield Westfield Historical Society, the Faltermayer Family Congratulates Memorial Library continues to host Westfield Inn, and Gaile and Bud Eighth Grade Graduation Should a rare exhibit, The Literature of the Boothe. Westfield Scholarship Recipient Lewis and Clark Expedition, through The public is encouraged to take Friday, July 16. advantage of the last two weeks of Have Been Better Planned by School My family and I would like to con- lished shortly after his death in January gratulate Elizabeth Keating on receiving 2003, from complications of Lou Curated by Lewis & Clark College this exhibit at the Westfield Memo- On Thursday, June 17, Park Middle people were there. in Portland, Oregon, this collection rial Library, 550 E. Broad Street, School hosted the eighth grade recogni- The eighth grade took up three-quar- this year’s Edmund K. Faltermayer Jour- Gehrig’s disease, with the goal of award- nalism Scholarship. Elizabeth, whose ing a deserving Westfield High School of 65 unique items celebrates the during normal library hours. tion ceremony in the Scotch Plains- ters of the auditorium; therefore there 200th anniversary of the fascinating Fanwood High School. The ceremony weren’t enough seats for the parents. passion for journalism developed in senior who plans to pursue journalism at Classifieds are at started at 7:30 p.m. This is bull. People saved seats for oth- grammar school, will be attending the the college level a scholarship each year. journey of the Corps of Discovery. I live a couple of blocks from the high ers that didn’t arrive until after the cer- Medill School of Journalism at North- Thanks to overwhelming community This assemblage of maps, newspa- goleader.com school and left my house at 7:05 know- emony started, which is not fair. western University next year. support, that goal was first realized last per accounts, period artifacts and

ing that it was going to be crowded but I mentioned to Dr. Choye that they should My father, former Westfield resident June. rare books is sponsored locally by S also knowing that I would have plenty of have given each child two tickets for the Edmund K. Faltermayer, practiced jour- For more information about the fund, SCHMIEDEM nalism for nearly 50 years, primarily as please contact the Westfield Foundation the Friends of the Westfield Library, time to grab a seat for me and my hus- parents, which I feel is fair. She said there the Downtown Westfield Corpora- CH IEDE band. We got to the high school at ap- still wouldn’t have been enough room. a reporter for The Wall Street Journal at (908) 233-9787. and as a writer and editor for Fortune Charlotte Faltermayer Dolling tion, the Union County Divison of proximately 7:10 and were shocked to Come on now. Don’t they plan ahead Cultural and Heritage Affairs, the TREE EXPERT CO. see that people were actually lined in the for these things? Why couldn’t they magazine. A fund in his name was estab- Scotch Plains hallways and out the door. have it outside if they predicted there I grabbed a program and asked the girl was going to be a problem? They have where I can sit. I was shocked when she the high school graduation outside. • Trimming told me that there were no seats left and What’s going to happen in the future that I would have to stand in the hallway with the overcrowding of schools? The • Repairs because people were already crammed school district really needs to solve these inside and alongside the auditorium. I problems and air condition the schools. • Removal told her that my son was graduating and This isn’t a healthy environment for that was outrageous that they didn’t have our children. The eighth graders were so adequate seating for parents. flush. I’m surprised no one passed out Modern Equipment It must have been 100 degrees in there. from the heat. Not only was it a safety concern if there I will only have one eighth-grade rec- State Certified was a fire or any other disaster, but the ognition for my son and so will so many Immediate Service thing that really got me upset was that my other parents. Too bad it had to be ruined son didn’t even know I was there because by poor planning. It was a real disap- Insured For Your Protection he couldn’t see me because I was crammed pointment when it should have been a in the hallway with so many other people. happy occasion. The school district needs This is really preposterous. to fix these problems. 908-233-TREE First of all, we spend so much of our tax dollars on schools and I can’t believe that Rita Strobel they can’t air condition at least the audi- Scotch Plains 908-233-8733 torium where they have many functions. Celebrating our 50th year I contacted Dr. Choye and she told me in the Tree Business that the high school was the biggest More Letters facility around to have the ceremony and on Page 15 she was also shocked to see how many DID YOU KNOW . . . Reader Says The Westfield Leader The leaves use solar energy to Sometimes Does Tabloid Reporting convert nitrogen, potash and phosphorus into starch and sugar. Shame, shame on you! Your shameful Abate’s own poor judgment did him in, article and editorial of June 3 insinuat- not the revenge of local authorities. The ing our town council attempts to intimi- duty of the police is to act within the law. date free speech, concerning the arrest But I agree the arrest could have waited of an alleged scofflaw, are appalling for a more appropriate time and place. examples of poor reporting and flawed Your failure to call or interview the vision of this newspaper and its pub- police chief or town administrator to lisher. double check your story and editorial The case you made for Mr. Abate is a was inexcusable. Subsequently, The Star poor one at best. Your comparisons of Ledger addressed Mr. Abate’s history Mr. Abate and our community as vic- concerning issues with warrants, and the tims, or subjects of Nazi persecution, are facts are the facts. beyond the pale! We citizens should not fear speaking Mr. Abate, who is an attorney, has on up at council meetings. Unfortunately, previous occasions grandstanded at coun- your newspaper fails our community by cil meetings refusing to yield the floor not providing our citizens with the facts without the insistence of the mayor or needed so that honest and good people person running those meetings. He could can make fair decisions. Stop the biased have been removed from the room for and sensational headlines/reporting. The such behavior. Westfield Leader is sometimes guilty of He was arrested outside the meeting tabloid-like reporting. for warrants (including those from other Tim Harrington communities) not related to his public Madison speaking. A lawyer knows better. Mr. Do You Have To Go To Court? JON M. BRAMNICK Certified Civil Trial Attorney Personal Injury Law BRAMNICK, RODRIGUEZ MITTERHOFF GRABAS & WOODRUFF 1827 East Second Street Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 908-322-7000 E mail: [email protected] Page 6 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Area AARP Plans Trips For Autumn Months WESTFIELD — During the sum- The Presbyterian Church in mer months, Westfield Area Chapter Westfield. No. 4137 of the American Associa- Trips and Tours Chairwoman Marie tion of Retired Persons is planning a Stauder is currently taking reserva- day trip and a multi-night tour, both tions for a bus trip to Chicago and of which will take place in the fall. surrounding areas for six days and The next general meeting of the seven nights, which is scheduled for chapter will be held on Monday, October 10 to 16. September 13, in Assembly Hall of The trip will include a dinner at Tommy Gun’s Restaurant, a guided Westfield D.A.R. Lists tour of Chicago, visits to the Navy Pier and the Art Institute, a cruise on New Slate of Officers Lake Michigan, Harrah’s Casino, a WESTFIELD — The Westfield private organ concert and a tour of Chapter of the Daughters of the the famous Rialto Square Theater. American Revolution has announced Most meals will be included. that the following officers were The cost will be $483 for double elected at the organization’s May occupancy and $632 for single ac- meeting to serve for the next two commodations. For more informa- years. tion, please call Mrs. Stauder at (908) The new officers are as follows: 889-6769. Dr. and Mrs. Harold Brennan Stephanie Mannino, Regent; Martha A day trip is planned for Wednes- Canata, First Vice Regent; Lillian day, September 29, to the Hunterdon Roesch, Chaplain; Lauramae Cut- Hills Playhouse for a deluxe lun- Dr. Harold Brennan Marks ler, Recording Secretary; Mary Ellen cheon and a performance of the com- Lawson, Corresponding Secretary; edy Any Wednesday. A choice of five A ‘Merry’ 100th Birthday Peggy Husch, Treasurer; Jane Gross, entrees will be offered, with an appe- Registrar, and Nellie Jester, Histo- tizer, salad, homemade breads, a wide WESTFIELD — Dr. Harold A composer and songwriter, Dr. Miss Jenine Ruiz and Ted Grunenwald rian-Librarian. selection of desserts, coffee or tea. Brennan, a retired dentist and former Brennan entertained at Old Guard Members of the D.A.R. are also The $58 per person cost includes long-time resident of Westfield, luncheons for years and wrote the scheduled to participate in the Inde- the meal, the show, all gratuities and turned 100 years old on June 18. music and lyrics to two songs that are pendence Day program with mem- the bus ride. The bus will leave He and his wife of 57 years, Violet, part of every Merrymen performance. Miss Jenine Ruiz Engaged bers of the Sons of the American Westfield at 10 a.m. and return at now live at Seabrook Village, a re- At the opening of each program, Revolution this evening, Thursday, approximately 4:30 p.m. For reser- tirement community in Tinton Falls. the group sings “We Are the July 1, at 8 p.m. at the bandstand in vations or more information, mem- They had lived in Westfield for some Merrymen of Westfield,” and at the Mindowaskin Park on East Broad bers and non-members may call (908) 50 years, where Dr. Brennan had closing, “The Goodbye Song.” To Ted Grunenwald Street in Westfield. 232-1362. maintained his practice. During the celebration, Dr. Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Ruiz of versity in 2002. She currently teaches Their daughter, Ele Soisson, her Brennan told jokes and sung for the Scotch Plains have announced the third grade in the Bordentown Re- husband, Paul, and their two daugh- gathering, including the sentimental engagement of their daughter, Miss gional School District. Parents and Kids Invited ters, Chelsea and Nicole, of South song “Have I Told You Lately That I Jenine Ruiz, to Ted Grunenwald. He Her fiancé graduated from State Plainfield, were among those on hand Love You?,” to his wife. is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed College Area High School in 1997 for the festivities. About a year ago, just before the Grunenwald of Centre Hall, Pa. and from Drexel University in 2003. To ‘Yoga Buddies’ Class The Merrymen, a band and sing- couple moved to Seabrook Village, The bride-to-be, a 1997 Scotch He played baseball for both high WESTFIELD – This month, the fortable attire, but are asked not to ing group of the Old Guard of the Woman’s Club of Westfield Plains-Fanwood High School school and college teams and is now Westfield Area “Y” will offer a par- wear watches, jewelry or perfume. Westfield, headed by Michael awarded Mrs. Brennan, now 94, its alumna, graduated from Drexel Uni- an engineer for Alstom Power. ent/child class entitled “Yoga Bud- Yoga is done in bare feet and on an Shepnew, entertained at a small, in- 50-year membership pin. However, The couple, who met at Drexel dies,” for adults and children ages empty stomach. Mats are provided, vitation-only birthday party for Dr. it is believed she had been an active Brennan that was held at Seabrook. member of the club for even longer. Students Given Awards University, will be married later this four through 12. or individuals may bring their own. month. Using games, stories and adven- The one-hour class will begin at 9 Both she and her husband are very Red Cross Announces involved in their new community. For History, Citizenship Public Invited to Visit tures, parents and children will learn a.m. and will be taught by Janna WESTFIELD — Area students the basics of the ancient practice Sage Peterson, a registered yoga Babysitter Training graduating from the eighth grade Cannonball House called Hatha Yoga. No previous yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance, USA. COUNTY – The Tri-County Chap- Nelsons Welcome experience is necessary, and the class The cost is $5 per person, per class. were recently honored for their During July 4 Holiday ter of the American Red Cross will achievements in American history is suitable for all fitness levels. Individuals may sign up for any or all hold summer classes in babysitter Russell Hedden and citizenship. SCOTCH PLAINS — As the na- “Yoga Buddies” classes will be classes. training for those ages 11 to 15. Dr. and Mrs. Richard O. Nelson of The awards, in the form of certifi- tion celebrates 228 years of indepen- held on Saturdays, July 17, 24, 31, Pre-registration is required, but The chapter serves 15 towns in New Providence have announced the cates and medals, are presented an- dence, the Osborn Cannonball House and August 7, at the First United “Y” membership is not. To register, Union County, including Fanwood birth of their son, Russell Hedden nually by the Westfield Chapter of of Scotch Plains will be open to Methodist Church of Westfield please call the “Y” at (908) 233- and Scotch Plains, as well as com- Nelson, at 12:48 p.m. on Wednes- the National Society of the Daugh- visitors from 2 to 4 p.m. this Sunday, (across from the Ferris Place en- 2700, or contact Jean White at (908) munities in Middlesex and Somerset day, April 14, at Overlook Hospital ters of the American Revolution. The July 4. trance to the “Y”). 233-2700, extension no. 246, for in- counties. in Summit. faculties of the individual schools Located at 1840 Front Street, this Participants should dress in com- formation. Training classes will be held on Russell weighed 8 pounds and 12 select recipients. small, white clapboard Salt Box farm- Thursday and Friday, July 8 and 9, ounces and measured 21 inches in Students who have done outstand- house was built circa 1760 for Mothers & More Meets and Monday and Tuesday, August 16 length at birth. ing work in American history are as Jonathan and Abagail Osborn. and 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the He joins his siblings, Richard, 11, follows: Angela Kerins of Edison The couple raised their eight chil- chapter’s Plainfield office, located Sarah, 9, and Julia, 6. Intermediate School, Ann-Marie dren there, including three sons who Wednesdays in Westfield at 332 West Front Street. The baby’s maternal grandparents Valentine of Roosevelt Intermediate enlisted in the Army when the Revo- Classes will also be held on Mon- are Mrs. Constance Hedden of Bask- School, and Patrick McGowan from lutionary War broke out. It is now WESTFIELD — Mothers & More please call K.C. Bree at (908) 789- day and Tuesday, August 9 and 10, ing Ridge, formerly of Westfield, Holy Trinity Interparochial School. maintained as a local museum. is a national, non-profit organization 8626 or Linda Miklencic at (908) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the chapter’s and the late William Russell Hedden, Good citizenship medals were Frank McGonigle, a member of that serves mothers who have by 497-0283. Elizabeth office, located at 203 West Sr. given to those students who have the Sons of Union Veterans of the choice or circumstance altered their Jersey Street. For more information, Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Nelson of exhibited honor, service, courage, Civil War, will be on hand Sunday to participation in the paid workplace please call the chapter offices at (908) North Caldwell are Russell’s pater- leadership and patriotism. These greet visitors and to discuss the re- over the course of their active Son, Quinn Randolph, 756-6414, extension no. 10. nal grandparents. medals were given to Renee Ferio pairing of the Grand Army of the parenting years. and Evan Friedman from Edison In- Republic Burial Grounds at Hillside The Union County chapter, which Joins Wojcik Family termediate School, Mary Mahoney Cemetery in Scotch Plains. currently has over 60 members, of- Amy and Randy Wojcik of Center and James Seip from Roosevelt In- Additionally, costumed docents fers meetings on topics of interest to Valley, Pa. have announced the birth termediate School, and Claire will give tours of the Cannonball mothers; mom-and-tot outings; of their son, Quinn Randolph Wojcik, Moryan and Trevor McPherson from House and surrounding gardens. playgroups; a book club and a craft on Tuesday, June 8, at 12:10 a.m. at Holy Trinity Interparochial School. There is no admission fee. club. Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Chapter meetings, which are open Pa. to the public, are held on the first and Quinn weighed 6 pounds and 14 third Wednesdays of each month at ounces and measured 20 inches in 7:30 p.m. at the Westfield Area “Y,” length at birth. 220 Clark Street in Westfield. He joins his sister, Emma Members also have the opportu- Catherine, who turns two years old nity to attend national conferences, this month. participate in national email support The baby’s maternal grandparents networks, and volunteer in a variety are Peggy and Jim Flynn of Westfield. of capacities including chapter coor- His paternal grandparents are dination, membership, online ser- Marie and Randy Wojcik, also of vices, publications, media relations, Westfield. marketing and advocacy. Quinn’s great-grandparents are Leo For more information about be- J. Flynn of Cape Coral, Fla. and coming involved in Mothers & More, Lucille and Chip DeMasi of Rahway. HONORED FOR SERVICE…Trustees of the Youth and Family Counseling Service in Westfield hosted a luncheon at the Northside Tratto’ria on June 24 to honor several staff members. Pictured, left to right, are: Executive Director 9 Times Out of 10, Milt Faith, who is celebrating 40 years of service; Office Manager Margery Russ, who recently retired after 20 years; Dr. Cathy West, who has been chief Where orWhat You psychologist for 30 years, and Patricia Veit, who has served as Director of Social Eat Isn’t Critical . . . Work for 30 years.

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ROBERT G. STAHL, Esq. Former Federal Prosecutor 16 Prospect Street, Westfield, N.J. 220 St. Paul Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 908.232.7320 FAX: 908.232.6716 Tel: (908) 301-9001 Fax: (908) 301-9008 Tuesday - Thursday 11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Friday - Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sunday 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, July 1, 2004 Page 7 Wherever We Are in Life, We Should Always Feel Privileged to Praise God By PASTOR KEVIN BRENNAN volunteering. That covers the cost of Summer is officially here! The a uniform they will supply me with, days are getting longer and warmer, and the all-access pass which allows and people are anticipating what they me to be present for the entire tour- might do to get away from it all. nament, even though I am only re- Someone recently asked me what quired to volunteer for 16 hours. my plans were, and I told them I I will get to watch the best in the really didn’t know. But I already game compete against each other on have a special week planned for Au- one of the greatest courses in the gust 8-14, 2005. country. It will be well worth it. I won’t be going far, only eight But I will need to realize that all I miles or so, but those eight miles will can do is watch and walk away. The take me into another world. A few privilege of actually playing in a golf months ago, I read in the newspaper major is only available to a select that the 2005 PGA Championship few. I know the week will end, and I CONFIRMATION CLASS 5764…On Shabbat morning, May 22, 40 tenth will be played at Baltusrol Country will walk away, while the players graders were confirmed at Temple Emanu-El of Westfield. Pictured, left to Club in Springfield. The article also move on to the next gorgeous course right, are: First row, Lindsay Kleiman, Julianne Hodges, Tamara Ruben, said they were looking for volun- OVER THE ‘BRIDGE’…Members of Troops No. 417 and 889 from Brunner and spectacular event. And if I ever Reform Jewish Educator; Cantor Martha Novick, Rabbi Doug Sagal, Rabbi Elementary School in Scotch Plains celebrate having recently “bridged” from teers to help run the event, including do get to drive Fred Couples to the Jennifer Clayman, Barry Merer, Katlin Swadosh and Hali Alpert; Second row, Daisies to Brownies Level One. Pictured, from left to right, are: Front row, jobs that would get you close to the course, as he leaves the car, I’m sure Madeline Wasser, Diana Goodman, Rachel Barrett, Rachel Fallig, Caroline Michelle Marvosa, Jessica Ferrara, Micayla Mirabella, Natalie Zimmermann, action. I will think to myself, “Does he have Luppescu, Miriam Becker-Cohen, Amanda Gross, Samantha Zucker, Alissa Mary Hubbard, Bella Velez, Samantha Gorman and Kavvya Krishna Kumar, I started to think, “Maybe I could any idea?” Eisenberg, Lindsay Elbaum and Rachel Tucker; third row, Jonathan Chananie, and back row, Nikola Segulin, Alyssa Cordero, Bethany Mills, Grace Lesce, volunteer. I could hold up one of the Is it possible to be engaged in Stacey Perlman, Michelle Manket, Matthew Kamel, Jonathan Maimon, David Sierra Lesiak, Lainie Kosciolek, Samiksha “Sammy” Vittalraj, Julia DiGiacomo signs with the players’ scores on it, or something so great for so long that Ackerman, Matthew Liebowitz, Mariel Rosen, Rachel Mack and Danny and Cara Provenzano. Schwartz; fourth row, Joel Strauss, Andrew Ratner, Matthew Early, Allen perhaps be one of the people who the grandest, most glorious of expe- Yanow, Jason Salomon, Jeffrey Thomashow, Andrew Wong, Jonathan Katz raise their hands commanding a sea riences can become mundane and and David Shottland, and fifth row, Joshua Fishman, Barry Shapiro, Daniel Brunner Daisies Share Day of humanity to be still.” I contacted routine? Sometimes, we need some- Ingram, Jeremy Wolf, Zachary Rowen, and Neal Nemiroff. The students the PGA right away and received my one on the outside looking in to attended the temple’s religious school, under the direction of Ms. Ruben. application in the mail. remind us of our privileges. Of Bridging to Brownies They asked you to list the jobs you Psalms 120-134 are called the preferred. I put at the top of the list Psalms of Ascent. These 15 Psalms Labyrinth Walks to Continue SCOTCH PLAINS — On June 2, gram, the girls were called up one by what I was really hoping to do: help were the songs of the Jewish pil- Troops No. 417 and 889 from Brunner one, presented with a Daisy Ending transport the players back and forth grims on their annual visits to the Elementary School in Scotch Plains Certificate, walked over a small to the course. I discovered I would temple in Jerusalem. Psalm 134 is At Church Beginning July 4 “bridged” from Daisies to Brownies wooden bridge, and then were given have to pay $162 for the privilege of the final Psalm. You can picture it Level One during a ceremony in a Brownie Bridging Certificate, Star being sung on the last day, the day CRANFORD – The First Presby- Church, located at 11 Springfield Brunner’s Children’s Garden. Membership pin, Brownie pin and a Calvary Lutheran everyone packs up to go back to their terian Church of Cranford will spon- Avenue. The four Co-Leaders from the two homemade baked brownie. Offers Mid-Week homes. sor a series of open Labyrinth Walks, Walking the Labyrinth is an an- troops, Rose Hubbard and Christine As Girl Scout Daisies, both troops It’s a song of the outsider, the with the next one scheduled for Sun- cient spiritual practice of prayer and Mills from No. 889 and Eileen fulfilled all the requirements needed Summer Services pilgrim who cannot stay, but must go day, July 4. All are invited to attend. meditation. The 11-ringed pattern, DiGiacomo and Phyllis Mirabella to get to the next level of Girl Scouts CRANFORD – The Calvary home. He addresses his words to the Individuals are invited to walk painted on canvas, is modeled after from No. 417, decided that having – Brownies Level One. Over the past Lutheran Church, located at 108 “servants of the Lord” who have the the Labyrinth anytime between 1 the 13th-century Labyrinth at the sister troops bridge together year, troop members earned their Eastman Street in Cranford, will of- privilege of actually living in the and 4 p.m., but are asked to begin Chartres Cathedral in France. would make the day all the more Promise Center and all 10 of their fer an informal summer worship ser- temple. He looks their way, and in a their walk by 3:30 p.m. Subsequent In Medieval times, walking the special. Daisy Petals. Each petal represents a vice on Wednesdays in July from sense says to himself, “Do they have walks will be held on the first Sun- Labyrinth symbolized the Christian The ceremony was attended by part of the Girl Scout Promise. In 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. All are welcome. any idea?” day of every month, unless other- pilgrimage to Jerusalem for those family and friends, and Brunner Prin- addition, both troops had fun work- The informal service of Holy Com- Here are his exact words, “Behold, wise specified. who could not personally make the cipal Jodi Frank. During the pro- ing on community service projects. munion with simple music will in- bless the Lord, all servants of the All walks will take place in Bates journey. For more information, clude scripture lessons and a medita- Lord, who serve by night in the house Hall at the First Presbyterian please call (908) 276-8440. tion, but not a full sermon. It is of the Lord!” To offer God praise and Willow Grove to Present designed to meet the needs of those thanks is a privilege. Sometimes, we whose weekend activities take them need someone to remind us that no away from church on Sunday morn- matter where you find yourself, or Air Conditioning Units Needed ‘Encounters With Jesus’ ing. what you are going through, it is Worshipers are invited to dress always a privilege to praise God. For Youngsters With Cancer SCOTCH PLAINS – The Willow Found,” from Luke 19:1-10. Every- casually and comfortably, and the I also want to say it has been my Grove Presbyterian Church, located one is invited, and light refreshments church’s sanctuary is air-conditioned. privilege to serve as the President of SCOTCH PLAINS — The with the heat during this time of year. at 1961 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains, will be served. Calvary’s summer schedule, which the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, a sup- Air conditioning is needed for their has announced a new “Work in the Babysitting will be available in is now underway and will continue Ministerium for the past two years, port organization located in Scotch comfort. Word” Bible Study program entitled the Children’s Ark. Individuals are through Labor Day, also includes and I am thrilled to introduce the Plains for children with cancer, is in Some of the children’s other needs “Life-Transforming Encounters With asked to let the church know if they weekly Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m. Pastor of St. Bartholomew’s, Father need of 10 new window air condi- include videos, new summer clothing, Jesus.” will need childcare and the ages of Holy Communion is celebrated each Don Hummel, as our new incoming tioning units for youngsters who suf- diapers, crib bed sheets, three-drawer Participants will be invited to learn the children they will bring so that Sunday. President. fer from cancer. plastic organizers and a portable DVD exactly who “His kind of people” appropriate activities can be planned. For further information or direc- * * * * * * * The summer months are very dif- player for a child in the hospital. Any- were, through the study of “real folks” Anyone interested in attending tions to Calvary, please call the Reverend Brennan is Pastor of the ficult for these children, since the one interested in helping these chil- from the Bible whose lives were im- these studies or in more information church office at (908) 276-2418. Evangel Church, located at 1251 medications they must take for their dren is asked to call Monica at (908) pacted by their encounters with Jesus. is asked to call the Willow Grove The Calvary Lutheran Church is a Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. illness create problems as they cope 322-4323, extension no. 17. Each week’s program will be self- Presbyterian Church at (908) 232- member congregation of the New contained, so individuals may attend 5678, Monday through Friday, from Jersey Synod of the Evangelical as many studies as they like. They 9 a.m. to noon, send an e-mail to Lutheran Church in America, serv- will take place in Alexander Hall on [email protected] or visit ing the Cranford-Westfield area and Wednesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m., and www.scotchplains.com/wgpc on the surrounding communities for 75 TREE TRIPS: on Thursdays, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Internet. years. The Wednesday and Thursday ses- Lawnmowers - trees’ worst enemies sions will have identical content, although discussions will vary de- By: Martin Schmiede, President pending on the specific interests and As of August 2, 2004 Schmiede Tree Expert Company comments of those in attendance. The summer “Work in the Word” will continue weekly from July 7 and ALISSA KAYE, M.D. Your power mower Additionally, the proximity of a ground cover like pachysan- 8 through August 25 and 26. Materi- may be your lawn’s best friend lawn growth near trees takes dra or myrtle. als will be available for everyone. is joining her father, but it is one of your trees’ away needed nutrients be- When planting new During the first study, on July 7 and worst enemies. Actually, it is cause grasses are voracious trees, the hole areas should 8, participants will explore “The GARY L. KAYE, M.D. the careless, casual habits of eaters. The soil is further de- form the sizes of the planting Seeker Who Wound Up Being lawnmower users that are dan- pleted by these little plants collars. Until you do build col- S.I. Newhouse School in his practice of gerous to the trees. Ranking because of the energy required lars around your new and just behind the power mowers to recover from repeated cut- young trees, keep lawn mow- At Syracuse University Obstetrics and Gynecology are the nylon-line weed trim- ting. ers and weed trimmers away. Announces Dean’s List mers. Thoughtless use of these To ease the problem, Use hand shears. When kneel- “weed whackers” is harmful to build collars around the bases ing down to cut away stray AREA – The S.I. Newhouse School Graduate of Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia of the trees. Remove all of Public Communications at Syracuse all trees. Both of these yard grass with manual clippers, University in Syracuse, N.Y. has named Trained at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York City tools can damge tree bark to ground covers, put in some you may then see the battle the local students placed on the Dean’s OB-GYN residency the dangers of girdling, caus- edgings and mulch the collar scars inflicted by earlier uses List for the spring 2004 semester. ing the trees to die. area with wood chips, pipe of power mowers and “weed Westfield residents include People wonder why bark or the like. Using an or- whackers”. 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See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-14 D’ANNUNZIO RECORDS 9 Ks, MOSCAL CRACKS TRIPLE Roselle Sr. Legion Boys Tiptoe Past SP-F Baseballers, 3-0

By FRED LECOMTE team needed to knock 11-0-1 Roselle walking four. Lefthander Drew Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times from the unbeaten ranks. In the June Howell relieved in the seventh and Although losing, 3-0, the real story 24 Senior American Legion boys’ shut down the Roselle offensive ma- was the fine pitching by Scotch baseball game in Scotch Plains, chine. Plains-Fanwood pitcher Chris D’Annunzio, who tossed 102 pitches, “They had a couple of walks, but I D’Annunzio who looked as if he allowed just two earned runs on three was hitting my spots on the outside might deliver the performance his hits and seated nine batters while corner with the fastball and my slider was amazing today, said D’Annunzio. “All season I didn’t pitch for varsity because my arm had tendonitis. Ad- ditionally, I’m carrying a bone chip in it, but my arm held up real well and I didn’t have a problem today. I was able to throw whatever I wanted, so that really contributed. As long as my mechanics are good, it doesn’t take a toll on my arm.”

Roselle starting pitcher Brian Steve Kim (Image One Hour Photo) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Ciencin pitched seven shutout in- GUNNED DOWN AT SECOND BASE…Blue Devil catcher Mike Murray fired to shortstop Adam Gerckens, right, in nings, allowed six hits while striking time to gun down Oratory base runner Joe Serifini attempting to steal second in the third inning. out six and walking one. A key ingre- dient to Roselle’s success was not only pitching, but also timely hitting MURRAY GETS 2 GR. DBLES, SINGLE, 2 RBI, SCORES 1 including a two-run homer by Matt Wilson. “They’re a very good team. They get all the seniors from teams around Westfield Sr. Legion Boys Top the county plus several college fresh- Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times men, so they have like an All-Star EFFECTIVE ON THE MOUND…SP-F Legion pitcher Chris D’Annunzio was team out there. Ourselves, Cranford very effective on the mound. In six innings, D’Annunzio fanned nine batters and some of the other teams around, while walking four and yielding two earned runs. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Oratory, 6-4, Win 6th in Row

DIBELLO, WEISHOLTZ SCORE TWICE, DBL, SINGLE By DAVID B. CORBIN 3-for-4 with two ground rule doubles, fine second to first double play. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times two RBI and a run scored. Kim went Murray, behind the plate, gunned Victory No. 6 did not come as easy 2-for-2 with two runs scored and a down a runner attempting to steal in as expected, but the Westfield Sr. stolen base while Ellis went 2-for-4 the third inning and second baseman Tight Boo Ray Defense Stops Legion baseball team did win its with two RBI and two runs scored. Jay Anderson made a circus leaping sixth straight game with a, 6-4, top- Starting pitcher Steve Meyer, who catch for the final out of the game. ping of Oratory in Westfield on June pitched five-and-two-thirds innings, Billy Hearon got the first of 24. The victory upped Westfield was extremely effective for five in- Westfield’s 10 hits with a leadoff record to 6-3. nings, limiting Oratory to one hit double in the bottom of the first. Kim NY Ortho Softball Men, 7-5 Westfield got fine offensive pro- while striking out four, walking one beat out a bunt for a base hit then duction from two of its veterans, and hitting one batter. He allowed proceeded to steal second. Ellis By DAVID B. CORBIN Meagher singled twice and scored a four-run burst in the top of the first Mike Murray and Sam Kim, and No. two hits in the sixth before being drilled a two-run single to leftfield Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times while Larry Loguidice and Kevin inning. Hall singled to center and 3 batter Craig Ellis. Murray scat- relieved by Matt Calvaruso. and Mike Diaz slapped an RBI single Offense provides the runs, but Rosander each had two hits. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 tered the ball all over the field, going “He threw well! He had his control to left, giving Westfield a 3-0 lead. strong defense will prevent runs. Boo However, Boo Ray’s defense made today. I used him a lot in relief. He’s Westfield increased its lead to 5-0 Ray came through with the brilliant the difference, beginning with a fine been waiting a long time to get his in the second. Kim hopped a single, defensive plays when it needed it and second-to-short-to-first double play start,” said Head Coach Bob Gardella Ellis sliced a single to right and provided enough runs to stop NY in the second inning followed by of Meyer. Murray hammered a two-run ground- Ortho, 7-5, in the first game of a centerfielder Ron Balish’s super div- Westfield’s defense has shown rule double to left-center. doubleheader in Scotch Plains Men’s ing catch. First baseman Miccio and maturity and that was particularly Oratory took advantage of a throw- Softball League A Division action at pitcher Ron Bruh got their coordina- demonstrated in the first inning when ing error and a wild pitch to score its Brookside Park in Scotch Plains on tion together to pull off a slick 3-1 shortstop Adam Gerckens initiated a CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 June 23. Jason Weisholtz and Lou putout in the sixth and DiBello made DeBello each provided an RBI double two dazzling plays at third base. and a single while scoring twice to Hall, who made an outstanding snag lead 5-8 Boo Ray. in leftfield in the fourth inning, was Boo Ray totaled 12 hits and got more concerned about a legitimate additional help from Anthony Miccio RBI double that was hit over his head who yanked an RBI single and scored, in the fifth. Jason Kuhns and Ray Hall who each “I almost had that one. They said I singled and scored, Matt Lacross played too shallow,” Hall said. who rapped an RBI single and Joe Ortho also made a few fine field- Hayes who lofted an RBI sac fly. ing plays. Dave Herrmann made a Ortho also had 12 hits and were led fine running grab in center, Rosander by Mike Kuchar who went 3-for-4, snag a hard line drive at short and including an RBI double, and scored pitcher John DeFouw caught a sting- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times twice. John DiPace had two hits, an ing line drive. GETTING THE FORCE AT SECOND…Ortho Second baseman John DeFouw, RBI and a run scored and Brian Boo Ray surprised 6-8 Ortho with front, gets the force play at second and fires toward first. Page 12 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION St. Bartholomew’s Oldtimers Softball League Results: THROUGH JUNE 18: first to win this pitchers’ duel be- St. Edwards 11, St. Anthony 9 tween Tony Radice and veteran Nick The Eddies scored four runs in the Barattucci. Dave Rothenberg led the bottom of seventh. Fran Celardo and Judes with a homer and four RBI. Gary Cardinale came up huge for Eddie with hits to deliver the tying St. James 23, St. Blaise 9 and winning RBI. Gerry Riepe, Pat Nigro, Lee DiDonato and Lou Cristofaro as well St. Mark 13, St. James 12 as a host of others all had multiple Malcolm Boone (3-for-3), John hits. Art Hobble and Keith Gibbons Simpson (4-for-4) and Pat Loungo led Blaise with four and three hits, (3-for-3) sparked Mark. St. James respectively. scored six in the seventh to fall just THROUGH JUNE 25: short. Pat Nigro, Karl Grossmann St. Aloysius 10, St. James 9 and Howie Jones led the “Gang”. The Als came back to nip the James St. Kilian 10, St. Anne 7 Gang thanks to “Doc” McKinney’s David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times BANGING OUT A SINGLE…Boo Ray’s Ray Hall bangs a single to left-center St. Kilian scored four in the fifth two hits (triple) and Alan Betau’s Benjamin B. Corbin (2003 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the first inning against NY Ortho. started by Marc Riesberg’s double two hits. HOLDING UP THE TROPHY…The Scotch Plains “Finest” hold up the championship trophy after winning the “Bravest vs. Finest” game in 2003. and a two-run single by Floyd Rob- St. Kilian 15, St. Edward 3 erts. Steve Murano (3-for-3), Nick Joe Cocuzza (3 hits and 3 RBI – Dinizo and John Ley (2-for-3) led HR short of the cycle) and Lou Second Annual Bravest/Finest Tight Boo Ray Defense Stops the Annes. Balestriere (3 hits) led Kilian. Tom St. Jude 11, St. Joseph 6 Ulichny had three hits for Ed. St. Jude scored three in the sixth Softball Game Set for July 17 NY Ortho Softball Men, 7-5 St. Mark 13, St. Anthony 4 and seventh innings. Jeff Rembisz Marty Marks (2 doubles, HR, 6 RBI) CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 scored three runs with two hits and SCOTCH PLAINS – The second Sports Editor) of The Westfield Leader led the Markies. Tony Radice pitched annual “Bravest vs. Finest” charity and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Don Rowbotham and Joe DeChiaro a solid game and had four hits. scored on Weisholtz’s deceptive DiBello followed with a bad hop (2-for-3) led Jude. softball game, pitting members of the Times will cover the event and note St. Jude 11, St. James 8 Scotch Plains Policemen’s Benevo- the heroic efforts of the “Finest” and double slapped down the rightfield RBI double and Hayes gave Boo Ray St. Blaise 11, St. Edwards 9 The Gang let this one get away, lent Association (PBA) Local No. 87 “Bravest” in the July 22 edition. line. Miccio reached base on a throw- a 7-3 lead with his RBI sac fly to Jim Sheehan and Mike Rivera both ing error as Weisholtz scored. DiBello right. leading 8-4 in the sixth. St. Jude deliv- against the Scotch Plains Volunteer Food and refreshments will be pro- went 3-for-3 while rookie sensation ered seven runs to snatch the victory. Firefighters Association, will be held vided by Outback Steakhouse. There singled and Matt Lacross followed Hall added, “We are doing all right, Kevin St. Onge was 2-for-3. Tom with an RBI single that eluded the but we’re not having the big innings.” Tony Barratucci homered and Pat on Saturday, July 17, at 11 a.m. at will be clowns and face painters avail- Ulichny, Keith Middleton and Ed Enright went 3-for-3 with a double and Brookside Park. Tickets are available able for the children. A list of the centerfielder, allowing DiBello to Ortho matched the two runs in the Marchelitis all had 3 hits. score. lower half of the inning when triple for the Judes. Lou DeCristofaro at the Police or gracious sponsors Ortho answered with a run in the Meagher and Nick Musano both St. Anthony 9, St. James 7 cut two hits and Dennis Vuono chipped Fire Departments will be displayed bottom of the inning. Kuchar and singled and scored on DiPace’s RBI Captain Tony Perconte (3-for-3 in two hits for St. James. for $10. Proceeds at the event. Rosander both singled then Kuchar single that was muffed in leftfield. with a homer) and Bob Gittleman (3- St. Anne 8, St. James 7 will go to Camp The Rahway scored on Chris Daggett’s ground In the seventh, the game ended for-3) led Anthony. Dennis Vuono, Anne scratched a run in its last at Fatima, a camp for High School out to second. when Kuchar ran down Herrmann’s Jim Hoezel and Karl Mende all went bat. Nick DiNizo stroked two doubles disabled children. ROTC Color After Weisholtz singled and scored blast to the fence in right. 3-for-3 for the “Gang”. and Joe Matuska pitched and con- Last year, over Guard and Drill on Miccio’s single in the third, he St. Jude 6, St. Mark 3 tributed at the plate with a triple and 300 spectators Team will open Boo Ray 401 002 0 7 witnessed the commented, “It took 12 games. We’re NY Ortho 101 012 0 5 St. Jude scored four runs in the two hits. the ceremonies at finally hitting.” ANGELS DIVISION: “Finest” edge out 11 a.m. Resident Ortho also scored a run in the third TEAM W L Pct the “Bravest” in a Grace Cheney when Kuchar singled and later scored St. Kilian 4 2 .667 thriller. This year an even much larger will sing the National Anthem and on Herrmann’s groundout to second, Soccer Wild Things Share St. Anthony 3 2 .600 crowd is expected to enjoy the fes- the sound of “Play Ball” will echo St. Joseph 3 3 .500 tivities. Scotch Plains Mayor Martin but Ortho tightened the score to 5-3 St. James 2 6 .250 throughout the park immediately af- with another in the fifth. DiPace St. Blaise 1 3 .250 Marks, a fine softball player in his terwards. For more information and/ Title With Union Vipers own right, will announce the game. or tickets, please call police officer singled and Kuchar cracked an RBI SAINTS DIVISION: double. The Scotch Plains U14 intercounty almost evened the score when Kaitlyn TEAM W L Pct David Corbin (Assistant Publisher/ Matt Fugett at (908) 322-7100 In the sixth, when Boo Ray’s big girls soccer team the Wild Things Denker’s hard shot was just tipped away St. Mark 5 2 .714 Jason Kuhns beat out a leadoff in- St. Jude 4 2 .667 and the Union Vipers battled each into the post. A minute later, Rebecca St. Aloysius 3 2 .600 field single, Hall said, “He runs well other evenly for 100 minutes in a Von Langen hit a well-placed looping St. Anne 3 3 .500 Phillies Defeat Mets, 5-1, and you should see his gun in right.” game for the league championship in shot over the goalie’s head. St. Edward 3 5 .375 Scotch Plains on June 24. After a 1- Cassie Berwick made a game-sav- For more information, please visit For WBL Pony Trophy Scotch Plains Men’s 1 tie in regulation and 20 scoreless ing deflection of a Union shot late in www.stbartssoftball.com. Howard Softball Standings: minutes of sudden death overtime the second period and an apparent Bialos (webmaster). The first-seeded Phillies won the The Phils dominated most of the sea- could not decide a winner, the coaches winning goal was called back for Westfield Baseball Pony League son and ended with a 10-1 record. The A DIVISION (JUNE 24): agreed the best result would be to offside as time expired. TEAM W L PUBLIC NOTICE championship by defeating the un- Phils’ season-long success was driven by Dunellen Hotel 12 3 share the championship. Berwick and Jaclyn Lazarus did derdog Mets, 5-1, on June 20. Evan strong hitting from Melillo, Shapiro, “This is a recreational league, not their best to make up for the loss of BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Checchio’s 11 3 PLANNING BOARD Shapiro and Michael Cappiello turned Cappiello, Max Suri, Mack, Kuehn, Josh NY Ortho 7 8 the pros, and it would have been too starting goalie Allie Thek. They were in solid pitching performances. Bornstein, Tim Jacobs, Ray Connery, Jade Isle 5 7 tough emotionally for the girls to abetted by the defense of Lauryn The Planning Board of the Borough of Boo Ray 5 9 Fanwood has scheduled a Special Meeting Shapiro pitched five innings and al- and Matt Marcus, and supported by Mojave Grille 3 12 have the title decided on something Adams, Christina Dokopoulos, for Monday, July 19, 2004 immediately fol- lowed only two hits, while striking spectacular fielding from Connery, Zach so random as penalty kicks,” said Denker, Amanda Curcie, Danielle lowing the regularly scheduled Agenda B DIVISION: out 11, and Cappiello pitched two Connelly and Mark Fischetti. Wild Thing’s coach Bob Berwick. Sette and Kathleen Yan. Meeting to be held at Fanwood Borough scoreless innings and struck out two. It was the stellar pitching of Jacobs, TEAM W L Because Scotch Plains owned two Midfielders Katelyn Cavanagh, Hall, Mayor and Council Chambers, 75 North Trinity Electric 11 1 Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at The Phils broke a 1-1 tie when Shapiro, Cappiello, Joe Green, Mike Sun Tavern 12 4 previous victories over Union by a com- Whitney Adams, Debra DelleDonne 8:00 PM for the purpose of three hearings Danny Melillo ripped a two-out, two- Tormey and Marcus that destroyed the Garwood Rest 10 4 bined 6-1 score, the 1-1 tie could be and Jillian Murphy were tireless. Von presently before the Planning Board. run single in the fourth inning. Insur- opponents. The six pitchers averaged Delasal 9 4 construed as somewhat disappointing Langen, Jessica Santos Berwick, Official action will be taken. ance runs came in the fifth inning on seven Ks per game and had a final ERA Sofa Kings 4 8 but the Wild Things were also some- Magan Mauro, Kristin Ciecura, Beatrice Poultney Family Investors 4 11 Secretary Tim Kuehn’s stolen base at home, of 2.0. The team was coached by Ray Misfits 2 12 what fortunate to hold onto the tie. Lazarus and Jegede put continual Planning Board and again in the sixth on Sean Mack’s Connery, Dave Cappiello, Richie Mack Mortarulo Masonry 1 11 Trailing 1-0 at halftime the Wild Things pressure on the Union goal. 1 T - 7/1/04, The Times Fee: $15.81 two-out single to right. and Joshua Suri. Transcend the Ordinary

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Don Montefusco had a perfect TEAM W L day with four hits and Joe Lafferty Comcast Cablevision 12 2 Antone’s Pub & Grill 11 3 contributed three hits. Lee D&K Associates 9 7 Haliniewski, Tom Murray and Pete Irish Pub 7 6 Osborn each had two hits for Mutual. 50+ DIVISION 2: Union Center Nat’l Bank 20, Crest 9 TEAM W L Awnings Galore 8 6 The Bankers exploded for 16-runs Marion & Jacobson Roofing 5 4 in the final three innings. Jim D’Arcy Northwestern Mutual 6 7 led the offense with four hits. Dennis The Office 5 9 King, Bill Koegel and Len Ladislaw Union Center National Bank 4 10 Crest Refrigeration 0 13 each produced three hits. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SUPER SENIORS DIVISION: D&K Associates 4, Marion & NOT QUITE IN TIME…Westfield pitcher Matt Calvaruso gets the ball a little too Jacobson Roofing 3 late to tag out Oratory base runner Mike Dalsass at home in the seventh inning. TEAM W L IL Giardino’s Ristorante 9 2 Both teams put on an exhibition of Creative Industries 8 2 outstanding defensive-plays. L.A. Law 2 8 Legg Mason 2 9 IL Giardino’s 21, Legg Mason 11 Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield Sr. Legion Boys Top Antone’s Pub 13, D&K Associates 5 Creative Industries 10, IL PREPING FOR THE POLICEMEN’S BALL…Plainfield catcher Tom Pitcher George Brokaw and Ron Giardino’s 2 Robertson, left, and Westfield Police 1 base runner work on their Tango steps Oratory, 6-4, Win 6th in Row Kulick each whacked three hits for L. A. Law 11, Legg Mason 10 near home plate. Antone’s. Randy Tenhenger blasted CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 a three-run homerun. TRACEY GOES 5-FOR-5, 5 RBI;WAYMAN, POLITO, 3 RBI first run in the third. Westfield it. I was looking fastball. Fastball is Comcast 12, The Office 6 matched that run in the fifth when the pitch I like to hit most. I try to Comcast scored six runs in the first Murray bounced his second ground- keep my weight back and look for it. inning. John McLaughlin, Bill Mirto rule double over the rightfield fence I got a few today,” said Murray who and Tom Straniero spanked three hits Westfield Policemen Outgun and scored on Brandon Cuba’s bad added. “I just go with the pitch. I’ve apiece. Angelo Corbo had three RBI hop single past short. been taught to do that since I have and two hits. Steve Federbush and In the sixth, Oratory’s Mike been real young.” Frank Pepe had two hits each. Bill Manetta tapped his second single of “I’m seeing two teams come to- Hinkle and Jerry Permoulie had three hits each and Ken Dunbar, Dennis Plainfield Softballers, 18-10 the game and Mike Barry followed gether as one,” said Gardella. “I re- with an RBI triple to right. Chris ally believe that we are just starting. Kosowicz and Charlie Wischusen each had two. Savarese tightened the score to 6-3 We still have a long way to go. When By FRED LECOMTE triple in deep center scoring Tracey. into their ammo stash and fired off with an RBI single past short. After you run through streaks, you run Awnings Galore 13, Irish Pub 2 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Plainfield shooters were more four hits in the bottom of the inning Murray poked a single to center in through scary moments. Today, we Pitcher Tom Pasko’s sparkling de- A bonanza of ammo must have than ready and demonstrated some resulting in three runs. Wayman the sixth, Oratory scored its final run had one of them. Six wins in a row is fense, along with his three hits, arrived prior to the showdown be- serious firepower with six runs in the cracked a leadoff double, in the top of the seventh when Mike nice, but Cranford on Sunday (June sparked the victors who had 26 hits. tween the Westfield Police 1 softball top of the third. Vic Kurilew banged McCullough and Polito crushed RBI Dalsass singled, stole second and 27) is a big test. That’s the team that Bill Blitz and Bob Grausam tapped team and a very challenging a leadoff triple, Dennis Haley rapped doubles and Czarnecki pumped a scored on a wild pitch. we lost to already.” three hits apiece. Plainfield Police squad in the Union an RBI single and Tom Robertson single, scoring Polito. “They were throwing me off-speed gunned an RBI double. Plainfield Plainfield added a run in the sixth Oratory 001 002 1 4 Antone’s Pub 14, Northwestern County Police Softball League at early in the count and I was laying off Westfield 320 010 x 6 Memorial Park in Westfield on June continued the assault and plated three when Haley hooked a single to left Mutual 5 additional runs on RBI singles by and Kevin Grimmer whacked an RBI Antone’s scored six runs in the 23. Both offenses displayed massive firepower, but it took a superb six- Mike Glonicky, Jeff Carrier and single. Noting Plainfield was not go- run explosion on the part of Westfield LaPrete, respectively. ing away, Padovano and McCullough Caldwell Chiefs Set Blue 1, to escape with an 18-10 Westfield opened fire and targeted urged their mates to reload and fire at victory. three runs to close within one in the will. That order was strictly adhered Annual Swim Invit’l Chief Barney Tracey triggered five bottom of the inning. Steve “Voom” to as Westfield banged out six runs in The James Caldwell Swimming RBI, including a triple, double and Peterpaul mashed a double, Ed the bottom of the sixth. Padovano Chiefs invite all individual swim- two singles to lead the 27-hit assault. Belford ripped a single, Tracey pummeled a stand-up double, Belford mers and swim teams to participate Plainfield shooter Joe LaPrete bat- cracked a two-run triple to deep cen- singled followed by Tracey and Norton in the 5th Annual Summer Invita- tered two singles and a double with ter and Nick Norton targeted an RBI RBI singles. Wayman and Martinez tional Swim Meet on Saturday, July two runs scored. single. displayed their power with respective 17, at the Cedar Street Pool in West Westfield broke open the battle in Westfield maintained its aggres- RBI doubles. McCullough contrib- Caldwell. This meet is ideal for new the bottom of the first inning on a sive attitude and rumbled home four uted a single and Polito triggered a swimmers or those swimmers look- leadoff single by team captain Frank runs in the bottom of the fourth. two-run triple. ing for one more chance to swim Padovano. Tracey delivered an RBI Chris Polito and Joe Czarnecki un- “We’re struggling a little bit this before the League Divisionals and single and Dave Wayman exploded a leashed respective singles and year, because we lost a bunch of Final Meet. Peterpaul unloaded his weapon with good players due to layoffs, so it’s Each swimmer can enter a maxi- Sean Elliot of WF Gets a two-run double to deep left. Up tough to man a team at times,” stated mum of three individual events next, Padovano singled up the middle, Plainfield team captain Robertson. (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke Second in NJ Jr. Golf Belford plated Peterpaul and Tracey “We have a good group of ball play- or butterfly), plus one relay race. LINCOLN PARK – Sean Elliott lashed an RBI double. ers including several young guys, so Swimmers will be competing in one of Westfield came in second in the The Plainfield forces regrouped we look forward to playing these WGSL LEAGUE CHAMPS…The Westfield 4th/5th Grade girls softball team, of six age groups ranging in age 9-11-year-old division of the New and retaliated with three runs in the games. It was a good game. We gave the Rockies, recently won the Westfield Girls Softball National League title. groups from 7 to 15-and-older. The Jersey Junior Golf Competition at fifth. Glonicky and Carrier both them a battle today and hung in there Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Allie Hoffman, Alex Davidson, Zoe meet starts at 8:15 a.m. For more Deer Run Country Club on June 23. singled and LaPrete lashed a two-run ‘til the very end. 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Alyssa CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 in its first tournament of the season Glenn (Bishop Ahr) at shortstop and on June 19-20 and qualified for a Nicole Colineri (Scotch Plains) at don’t let our seniors play, so they get drilling a triple to deep center, but berth in the PONY Nationals to be second, Courtney Cuevas the pick of the litter,” explained give credit to Ciencin who served up held in Raleigh, NC on July 25- (Woodbridge) and Amanda Walker Scotch Plains-Fanwood Head coach a curve for the final out. August 1. The Cobras coupled strong (Scotch Plains) at third, and Jillian Tom Baylock. “Their goal is to win Roselle added two runs in the sixth pitching and defense with dynamic Lusk (Scotch Plains) at first solidi- the whole state legion tournament on a dropped ball in the outfield offense. fied the infield. Walker was selected while our goal is to build for next followed by Wilson’s two-run homer. The Cobras yielded 1.5 earned runs Most-Valuable Player in one of the year’s team, so we send our seniors Bad timing on the part of SP-F (3-4) per game, the lowest in the tourna- games. to them. Even though we lost, I was occurred in the bottom of the sixth ment, and averaged only 1.25 errors The catchers Stephanie Cuevas very pleased with the effort we gave, when Urban knocked on the per game. The offense showcased tre- (Woodbridge) and Courney Schraer in how we played and how scoreboard with a leadoff double to mendous speed and power. Megan (Paramus) provided leadership, ag- D’Annunzio pitched. Everyone, one center. Ciencin met the challenge Grau (captain), Mary Kate Flannery, gressiveness and steadiness. Elaine through nine in their order can hit with two fly balls and a strikeout. Alyssa Glenn, Kelli Kaskiw and Piniat (Scotch Plains), Erika Lewis and he did a great job by shutting Roselle 010 002 0 3 Nicole Colineri wreaked havoc with (Pascack Valley) and Amanda Nitti them down. He threw one bad pitch Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 000 0 0 push bunting and slap-hitting. (Mt. Olive) formed a well-rounded and that’s a product of our short field. Stephanie Cuevas (captain) blasted a pitching staff. Anywhere else it might have been a SPF 11’s Shock SOFTBALL AWARD WINNERS…The Girls Softball League of Westfield 260-foot homer, while Courtney While the remaining tournaments routine fly ball out to left center. It recently awarded $500 scholarships to four Westfield High School senior Cuevas crushed a bases-loaded triple. on the Cobras’ schedule will be used was 1-0 going into the sixth inning, E. Brunswick, 5-4 softball players. Pictured, left to right, are: John Fietkiewicz, VP of the GSLW, Jillian Lusk doubled and tripled. as tune-ups to prepare for the PONY and anything could of happened. We The Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) and graduating seniors Danielle Coleman, Jen Frost, Jessica Guerriero and Amanda Walker drilled an RBI double. Nationals in July, no one expects had some opportunities with men on Youth Baseball Association 11-year- Lauren Musacchia. Leftfielder Flannery (Westfield), these kids to just go through the base, but couldn’t get that hit we old Tournament Team seized a dra- Grau (Immaculata) in center and motions during these tune-ups. The needed it.” matic, 5-4, victory over East Kaskiw (Scotch Plains) in right Cobras play to win! SP-F shortstop Robert Moscal Brunswick in the Roselle Park tour- GSLW Awards Scholarships blasted a triple in the third and catcher nament. SPF erupted for five runs in Kevin Urban doubled in the sixth. the bottom of the sixth inning. Outfielders Kyle Gates, Don Birnbaum, Mike Perez started the winning To 4 WHS Softball Players Mike Dinizo and third baseman Sean rally with a hard single to centerfield. Varselona punched singles. Anthony Scalfaro drilled a two-run The Girls Softball League of and the GSLW while completing rig- “You win some and you lose some, home run onto the train tracks be- Westfield (GSLW) has awarded $500 orous academic studies in prepara- but it was a tough played game by yond left field. Ryan Haggerty ripped scholarships to four graduating tion for college. These scholarships both teams,” added D’Annunzio. a hard single to left-center and Connor Westfield High School softball play- are intended to recognize a girl’s “They’re a good team and I tried my Thompson smacked a double to the ers. The scholarships were awarded accomplishments on and off the field best. We got hits now and then, but wall in left-center. Mike Spaeth to Danielle Coleman, Jen Frost, Jes- and dedication to the sport of fastpitch we didn’t get that key hit. We’re drilled a two-run double down the sica Guerriero and Lauren softball in Westfield. They are also building, so if I get that win next leftfield line to tie the game. Ezra Musacchia. All four recipients played intended to be a means by which the year, it’s more important.” Klemow then delivered Mike with softball for four years at Westfield league can give something back to Roselle manufactured one run in the winning run by drilling a base hit High School and for many years in the softball players who have spent the top of the first on a walk and a RBI up the middle. the GSLW. many years playing in the GSLW double by Brandon Garcia. In the A tremendous pitching display by The GSLW awards scholarships to and have represented it well. bottom of the third, Birnbaum looped Brian Dempsey kept SPF in the game. outstanding high school seniors who Each of the four scholarship re- a leadoff single to right, but was cut He pitched all six innings to earn the have played softball in high school cipients will be attending college in down on a double play. Moscal kept victory without allowing an earned the fall – Ms. Coleman at Connecti- the scoring opportunity alive after run. SPF Youth 9’s Outlast cut College, Ms. Frost at the Univer- sity of Connecticut, Ms. Guerriero at Cranford 9’s, 8-5 East Stroudsburg University and Ms. Musacchia at The College of New FOURTH-GRADE CHAMPS…The Westfield 4th Grade boys baseball cham- The Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) pion Red Sox finished with a 9-5-1 record. Pictured, left to right, are: sitting; Hye-Young Choi Youth Baseball Association 9-year- Jersey. These scholarships were an- Justin Brody, Jake Harris, Joe McDonald, Sean Doherty, Jack Rickles and #1 Realtor in the Westfield Office 1994-2003 old Tournament Team beat the Andrew Goulet; second row, Tyler Monaco, Evan Friedman, Tom Malley, NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award Cranford Allstars 8-5 in seven in- nounced and presented by GSLW Chris Gerckens, Ron Wozniak and Andrew Goldfarb; standing, Barry Goldfarb, Gold: 1987-2001, Platinum: 2002-2003 nings. Kevin Raszka picked up the Vice-President John Fietkiewicz on Shawn Doherty, Marty Monaco and Mark Friedman. June 4 at the annual end of season Visit me at my website: win by retiring Cranford in order in www.Realtor.com the bottom of the seventh with two dinner for the Westfield High School www.coldwellbankermoves.com/hye-young.choi strikeouts and a game-ending pop- softball teams. Diamond Dog 13s Take Out email: [email protected] up to second baseman Jordan Milo. SPF 11’s Flatten Contact Hye-Young Choi Today for the Perfect Home! SPF broke a 5-5 tie in the seventh with three runs. Andrew Leischner Long Hill, 8-2 Livingston, 2-1, Union, 3-1 walked and was sacrificed over by The Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) The Diamond Dogs, a select group Dylan Sands. Raszka drilled an RBI Youth Baseball Association 11-yr- The defense of Anthony triple. James D’Angelo and John of 13-year-olds from Scotch Plains, D’Annunzio and Berger kept the old Tournament Team erupted for Fanwood and Westfield, defeated Murphy followed with RBI singles. eight runs in the third inning to flat- hard-hitting Union squad at bay. Nick Steve Pedersen pitched the first Livingston, 2-1, and Union, 3-1, last Bonadies had two of the Diamond ten Long Hill, 8-2, in the Cranford week. Pitching and defense were key three innings and recorded four Tournament. Dog five hits. strikeouts. D’Angelo followed with to both victories. Nowell Whitehouse started the Against Livingston, Jimmy Burke three scoreless innings and only al- rally with a hard base hit to deep WTA Men’s Singles lowed one hit. D’Angelo pitched allowed just two hits in five innings. leftfield. Ezra Klemow, Joe Carroll The lone run and both hits came in through a tough sixth inning, as and Brian Dempsey followed with Tennis Ladder Told: Cranford advanced runners to sec- the first inning. Gary Wasserman beat Robert Erazo, consecutive singles. After a walk to The Diamond Dogs got on the ond and third base with only one out, Sean Reilly drove in a run, Mike 8-5. Complete results can be found at by striking out the final two batters. board in the first when Burke reached www.westfieldnj.com/wta. Results Perez drilled a two-run single to deep on a error, Billy Johnston singled and The SPF pitchers were aided by center. Anthony Scalfaro walked to should be emailed to the co-coordina- strong defensive efforts from short- Mike Lauricella doubled home tor, Mike McGlynn, at load the bases. Daniel Lesce and Burke. In the sixth, with Michael stop Leichner, third baseman Raszka, Connor Thompson each drove in a [email protected] for the week second baseman Milo, first baseman Klotz having relieved Burke, ending June 27, and to Frank DeSantis run before Mike Spaeth slapped a Livingston loaded the bases with one Murphy and catchers Nick Gianni two-run base hit to left. Nowell and at [email protected] from and Sands. out and the No. 5 hitter ripped the June 28 to July 3, and then to Mike Ezra came through a second time, first pitch to third where Colin Grimm Raszka was the SPF’s hitting star driving in the last two runs. McGlynn again after that. The fourth as well, with three hits, including the made a spectacular play on one hop, reporting period ends on July 3. Westfield...a Designers dream. 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Andrew Ross(5) 45. A. Wasserman led by Berger and Grimm’s two shut- 21. Quaid Kapadia(3) 46. J. Wasserman 22. Frank Disantis(3) 47. Mike Muroff out innings apiece. Klotz and Kevin 23. Michael Manders(1) 48. Erik Sandstedt Maroney did outstanding work and 24. Michael McCrea(1) 49. Steve Lee Burke pitched the seventh to record 25. Andrew Cohen(3) 50. Melvin Diep the save. 51. Henry Williams Jr. The Diamond Dogs scored two The number (#) indicates total first-inning runs. Maroney singled, games played. * – Match was played Berger was hit with a pitch and Burke in the past two-week period. Those poked an RBI single. Tyler Della who did not play may have dropped Badia belted an RBI double. positions in the ladder. Spacious ranch in beautiful, private setting. From foyer French drs lead to LR, banquet size DR. Eik to patio, adjacent to FR w/corner Westfield 10s Top Montville frplc & lush property. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, July 1, 2004 Page 15 More Letters to the Editor WF Citizen Charges Mayor McDermott With Creating “Divisive” Atmosphere I find it incredibly ironic, having been have single-handedly ensured that in attendance at the town council meet- Westfield will remain, not only divisive ing where the mayor announced his but now an even more frustrating and “new” plan for redevelopment, that the dangerous place to live. word divisive was used so frequently and Peter Gallagher with such apparent concern. Both the Westfield, NJ mayor and several members of the coun- cil cited that the issue of redevelopment Springfield Resident was a divisive one and that perhaps by making the referendum about one deck Implores WF To Add instead of two, the divisive feelings of the town would come to a close. How- Handicapped Parking ever, I believe that the mayor knew, all On June 4, I called the Westfield Parking Department stating that I am a PENNYWISE…Students in Beth Billings’ fourth-grade class at Franklin El- too well, that by making the decision (once again) a north vs. south side de- driver with a handicapped placard living ementary School in Westfield organized a school-wide penny drive from May 17 in Park Place, Springfield adjoining to 21, which raised $2,163.32 for endangered animals. Pictured, above, the bate, he might just get this referendum pushed through. Regardless of the fact Westfield, and that I bank, shop and dine THE GILLMORE GIRLS…Party girls from Westfield gathered in Atlantic students hold a large check made payable to the World Wildlife Fund. Classmates in Westfield with friends and family Samantha Furst and Alexandra Hoffman thought of the concept for the drive. that the site he has chosen was singled City last month for the bachelorette party of Krissy Gillmore. Pictured above, out as the worst possible location in the about 20 to 30 times a year. from left to right are Lauren Beck, Colleen Flood, Cara Herrick Foerst, Aideen parking study. Regardless of the fact I asked if they would consider assign- O’Keefe, Christine Bland, Audrey Sparks, Marcie Williams and Kate that the intersections are too small and ing one handicapped parking spot within McClintock. Not shown is photographer Ms. Gillmore. White House Fellowship the proximity of the schools and daycares each area of the yellow marked delivery are too close. Regardless of the fact that spots within the downtown area as handi- shoppers still cite the lot behind the capped parking after 6 p.m., and Satur- See it all on the Web! www.goleader.com Garnered by O’Hanlon Rialto as the most coveted. Regardless day and Sunday. This would be an aid to of the fact that there is an overwhelming me and other handicapped drivers who WESTFIELD – On June 21, The ter of Business Administration from lack of support by the residents of this want to shop and dine in the evenings White House announced that Patrick The Harvard Business School. He town. and weekends. O’Hanlon of Westfield was appointed also earned a Bachelor of Science Over the past few months, I have been He informed me he would pass my a White House Fellow for a one-year degree from the U.S. Military Acad- in awe of the solutions put forth by request on to the Chief and took my regular citizens in Westfield who have telephone number. I am still waiting for term. Mr. O’Hanlon is among 12 emy, where he was awarded a the call. individuals from across the country Commandant’s Wreath and placed been successfully coming up with new to serve in this capacity. in the top 5 percent of his class for ideas to solve the mismanagement of the Samuel Kimmelman parking situation. And because of their Springfield Mr. O’Hanlon, 36, is Vice Presi- leadership and physical fitness. due diligence, as opposed to the dent of Finance for MBIA in Armonk, The 2004-2005 Class of White administration’s, the blatant disregard PUBLIC NOTICE N.Y., where he develops and imple- House Fellow represents a diverse for real numbers was revealed when it BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ments financial strategies, executes cross-section of professions includ- was shown that even the simplest of PLANNING BOARD tasks, the validation of the commuter capital market transactions, manages ing business, law, non-profit, finance Notice is hereby given that on July 19, business development and analyzes and consulting. Additionally, three waiting list, was embarrassingly sus- 2004 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of the investment opportunities for a $9 branches of the military are repre- pect, and the mayor had no choice but to Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine billion company. sented among the Fellows. change gears, take the attention off the Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Plan- south side and put all his efforts into the ning Board will hold a public hearing for a Formerly, Mr. O’Hanlon worked as The program is designed to pro- north. Because it seems that the motto of minor subdivision at 351 Terrill Road, an Associate in the Capital Markets vide gifted and motivated Ameri- this mayor is to build a deck, any deck, Fanwood, New Jersey also known as Block Group at Goldman Sachs. He received cans with firsthand experience in the in any possible. Bravo Mr. Mayor. You 49, Lot 6 as shown on the Fanwood Tax the John C. Whitehead Award for process of governing the nation and Map. Sec. 12.04.E.2 Variance Requested: Mini- excellence in marketing and com- a sense of personal involvement in PUBLIC NOTICE mum lot width; Permitted: 75 feet; Present: pleted the U.S. Army Ranger School the leadership of society. 50.22 feet; Proposed: 50.22 feet (lot 6.02), BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 55.00 feet (lot 6.01) and served as a Tank Platoon Leader In return for his participation, Mr. PLANNING BOARD during Operation Desert Storm. O’Hanlon is expected to return to his Sec. 12.04.E.4 Variance Requested: Mini- Elegant yet easy best describes this ranch-style home set on a large, Notice is hereby given that on July 19, mum Front Yard (E.F.Y.D.); Permitted: 36.24 A leader of multiple cavalry units, former or new occupation more ex- 2004 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of the feet; Present: 33.32 feet; Proposed: 33.32 professionally landscaped property in Clark. Quality details such including a 141-soldier company he perienced in public policy decision- Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine feet (lot 6.01) trained for combat and peacekeep- making and better prepared to con- Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Plan- Sec. 12.04.E.4 Variance Requested: Mini- as the entry foyer, dentil moldings, hardwood floors, beamed ing missions, Mr. O’Hanlon received tribute to national affairs, thereby ning Board will hold a public hearing for an mum Front Yard (E.F.Y.D.); Permitted: 57.82 ceilings, built-in cabinetry, and abundant windows create an the Draper Armor Leadership Award. fulfilling the program’s mission. addition at 166 Belvidere Avenue, Fanwood, feet; Present: - ; Proposed: 97.22 feet New Jersey also known as Block 104, Lot 18 Sec. 12.04.E.5 Variance Requested: Mini- ambiance of sophistication and style. The large family room, with Currently, he serves as a Major in as shown on the Fanwood Tax Map. mum Side Yard; Permitted: 10 feet; Present: the U.S. Army Reserve. He also Sec. 184-110E(5) Variance Requested: 4.95 feet; Proposed: 4.95 feet (lot 6.0) wood burning fireplace, provides refuge from the trials of the day. serves as a Mentor at Student Spon- Nathaniel Brevard Side Yard Setback; Permitted: 8 feet; Sec. 12.04.E.9 Variance Requested: Max. The finished basement room has an updated full bath and provides sor Partners, an organization target- Present: 6.7 feet; Proposed: 6.7 feet (exten- Coverage by Building Improvements; Per- Granted Scholarship sion) mitted: 35%; Present: 58.9%; Proposed: a myriad of options. The yard is a private, quiet oasis, surrounded ing at-risk youth, and as a volunteer Sec. 184-110E(9) Variance Requested: 45.7% (lot 6.01), 72.5% (lot 6.02) and educator at Streetwise, teaching WESTFIELD – Nathaniel Brevard Building Coverage; Permitted: 25%; Present: The application will also seek such other by mature plantings and seasonal blossoms. A flagstone patio of Westfield has been awarded the relief as may be determined necessary at job skills to adults. 19.8%; Proposed: 26.8% creates the base for entertaining, while the private deck and hot Mr. O’Hanlon was awarded a Mas- Jackie Robinson/Prudential Finan- Sec. 184-110E(10) ariance Requested: the public hearing based upon review of the cial Scholarship, a four-year award. Impersious Coverage; Permitted: 35%; application or amendment(s) to the applica- tub encourages relaxation. Presented for $435,000. Jeremy Lipstein Earns Each year, more than 6,000 high Present: 7 feet +; Proposed: 45.0% tion. The application will also seek such other All interested persons may be present school seniors apply for the grant, relief as may be determined necessary at and heard. For additional information or your private tour call: Colgate Dean’s Award which was named for the baseball the public hearing based upon review of the The file pertaining to this application is SCOTCH PLAINS – Jeremy player and social activist, Jackie application or amendment(s) to the applica- available for public inspection during normal Maryalice Ryan, Sales Associate Lipstein, the son of Pamela tion. business hours from the Secretary of the Robinson. All interested persons may be present Board at the Administration Office of the 908-233-4693, Direct Dial Brownstein and Kenneth Lipstein of Nathaniel graduated from Newton and heard. Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Scotch Plains, received the Dean’s South High School in June, where he The file pertaining to this application is Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. [email protected] Award for academic excellence dur- participated in the Saxophone Jazz available for public inspection during normal Robert H. Kraus, Esq. business hours from the Secretary of the Leib, Kraus, Grispin & Roth ing the spring 2004 semester at Combo and earned a Certificate of Board at the Administration Offices of the 328 Park Avenue Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y. Merit for this study of Chinese. Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 A member of the Colgate’s Class He plans to attend Williams Col- Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. for Michael F. and Jennifer A. Campion Martin & Lieselotte Schmiede of 2007, he is concentrating in eco- lege in Williamstown, Mass. in the nomics. 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16 Offices Throughout New Jersey Owned and Operated By NRT Incorporated Page 16 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Shanna Eisner Graduates Concepts & Thought Wilson School Participates University of Vermont In Nationwide Research WESTFIELD – Wilson Elemen- son School to talk to the staff and WESTFIELD – On May 23, President of Pi Beta Phi Fraternity tary School in Westfield recently par- document the physical aspects of the Shanna Eisner of Westfield gradu- for Women, and was the Public Re- ticipated in a nationwide research school, which may or may not en- ated from the University of Vermont lations representative of the Univer- project on how children travel to and courage walking and biking. with a Bachelor of Science degree in sity of Vermont Senior Class Coun- from school. Social Work and Special Education. cil. Sapana Parikh, a re- The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Shanna was an active volunteer search associate from Averell Eisner of Westfield, Shanna with the University of Vermont Reads the University of North was the 2004 recipient of the Out- and Counts program, City Kids, and Carolina at Chapel Hill, standing Community Service Award Big Buddies. visited the school in the from the University of Vermont So- final phase of a national cial Work Department. Jeydel, Nehmer Earn evaluation of walk-to- Shanna was an inductee of the school programs as part TOWERR (The Organization of Haverford Degrees of the university’s re- Women Exemplifying Reason and WESTFIELD – Westfield residents search on physical ac- Responsibility) Honor Society. Mem- Patricia Ellen Jeydel and Rachel tivity and active travel bers are nominated by faculty and Nehmer received bachelor’s degrees to and from school. administrators based on excellence from Haverford College in Haverford, The Center for Disease in leadership, community service and Pa. during commencement exercises Control in Atlanta, Ga. academics. The organization was on May 16. Provided support and founded to promote and foster Patricia, the daughter of Mr. and funding for the study, women’s leadership and community Mrs. Richard Jeydel of Westfield, OUTDOOR SCIENCE…Edison Intermediate School sixth graders and their while the BRAKES (Bik- service at the university. teachers enjoyed one of their last science classes of the year at Tamaques Park ers, Runners And Kids received a Bachelor of Arts degree in in Westfield. Students conducted science experiments at five different lab She served as Treasurer and later Sociology. are Entitled to Safety) stations in the park that included scientific illustrations, stream study and Group of Westfield coor- Rachel, the daughter of Steven stream speed, water analysis, pond habitat inventory, and soil analysis. The Gregory Engel Named Nehmer of Westfield, was granted a dinated the study with the students recorded observations in the park to complete a science field guide. The cooperation and partici- Bachelor of Science degree in Biol- following week, the guide was used as a teaching tool in the classroom. One of To Colby Dean’s List ogy, with honors. the school nurses and several parent volunteers also accompanied the students pation of Wilson School WESTFIELD – Gregory Engel of and teachers during this second annual science day at the park. staff, parents and students. Westfield was named to the spring Pearl Shaykevich Graduates Approximately 19 2004 semester Dean’s List at Colby schools from across the Pennsylvania State Univ. country participated. College in Waterville, Me. SIDEWALK CHECK…Inspecting the sidewalks A member of the Class of 2007, WESTFIELD – Pearl Shaykevich, Tyler Patla of WF Receives Wilson School was the outside Wilson Elementary School in Westfield are Gregory is majoring in biology with the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael only New Jersey school Sapana Parikh, a research associate from the Uni- a neuroscience concentration. The Shaykevich, received a Bachelor of involved in the project. versity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Wilson son of Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Engel Science degree from The Pennsylva- Deans List Commendation The 10-month pro- School’s BRAKES (Bikers, Runners And Kids are of Westfield, he is a Westfield High nia State University in University gram, which began last Entitled to Safety) Group representative Sara School graduate. Park, Pa. during commencement ex- WESTFIELD – Tyler Patla of man honor society. October, examined the Clarkson. ercises on May 15. Westfield was named to the Dean’s Majoring in physics and econom- number of students who Fairfield Univ. Honors Pearl graduated from The Penn- List with Distinction at Duke Uni- ics, Tyler is on the club baseball and walk or cycle to school and what, if Ms. Parikh also awarded a check to sylvania State University with a de- versity in Durham, N.C. for the spring club golf teams. He is also a member any, trends can be observed through- Wilson School in thanks for their co- Edward Hogan of WF gree in Secondary Education and a 2004 semester. of “On Tap,” Duke University’s tap- out the year. operation with the study. The results of minor in History. She is a graduate of Tyler achieved a 4.0 average, put- dancing troupe. Children were regularly surveyed the research will provide the Wilson WESTFIELD – Fairfield Univer- Westfield High School. throughout the study to track walk- community and Westfield school at sity in Fairfield, Conn. has announced ting him in the top 1 percent of his A 2003 graduate of Westfield High college. As a result, he was inducted School, Tyler is the son of Mr. and ing and biking habits. As part of the large with ideas on how to encourage that Edward Hogan of Westfield was Berkeley College Tells final phase, Ms. Parikh visited Wil- the habit of walking or biking to school. named to the Dean’s List for the into Phi Eta Sigma, Duke’s fresh- Mrs. Raymond Patla of Westfield. spring 2004 semester. A graduate of Martoccia Graduation Westfield High School, he is major- AREA – Berkeley College has re- ‘Name The Bee’ Competition ing in computer engineering and ported that Mountainside resident expects to graduate in May of 2005. Krista Martoccia, who matriculated on the Bergen campus, garnered an Captured by Jen DiGiorgio Associate’s Degree in Interior Design WESTFIELD – The Westfield mascot to be named “Zippy.” In the during commencement exercises. Recreation Department held a “Name future, “Zippy” will be printed on The Bee” contest in April, which the department’s fliers, shirts and Bachelor of Science was won by Franklin Elementary other items. WESTFIELD GRADUATES…Newark Academy in Livingston has reported that Westfield seniors, pictured, left to right, Alexandra Ackerman, Paul School fifth grader Jen DiGiorgio. Honorable mention awards for cre- Earned by Mandrillo The department sent fliers to the ativity were also given to Devin WESTFIELD – Joseph Mandrillo, Cobuzzi, Jr., Maria Hove and Eric Weinberg, graduated during Commence- ment Exercises on June 13. Alexandra will attend the University of Hartford, elementary schools, which chal- Kiernan, a Wilson Elementary School the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mandrillo Paul will study at Washington & Lee University, Maria will attend The College lenged the students to create a clever first grader. She submitted the name of Westfield, received his Bachelor of of New Jersey, and Eric will matriculate at Brandeis University. name for the department’s mascot, of “Champ Bee Ion.” Katie Rembisz, Science degree in Business Manage- the Be Active, Be Healthy “Bee.” a third grader at Jefferson Elementary ment from Rutgers University. West Chester Univ. Approximately 450 entries were re- School chose “The Pollenator,” and A high honors student of the Colby College Honors ceived by the department. Corie Barrow, another Jefferson stu- Rutgers School of Business, he was Greek Honor Society Jen’s winning entry called for the dent, submitted “Rugbee.” awarded membership to the Golden Elizabeth Schundler Key Society and Beta Gamma Sigma, Welcomes Gundrum the National Honor Society for busi- WESTFIELD – The Office for WESTFIELD – Elizabeth ness collegiate students. Greek Life and Student Organizations Schundler of Westfield was named Joseph is a business analyst with at West Chester University in West to the spring 2004 semester Dean’s Accenture, Ltd., a technology-con- Chester, Pa. has announced that, due to List at Colby College in Waterville, sulting firm in Florham Park. her academic excellence, Westfield Me. WESTFIELD GRADUATE…Westfield resident Kristen Gundrum has been The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. resident Sarah Hansen was among the 48 inducted into Gamma Sigma Alpha Russell Schundler of Westfield and a members of the Class of 2004 to graduate Academic Greek Honor Society. graduate of Westfield High School, during the 110th Kent Place School Com- A member of Alpha Xi Delta, Elizabeth is a member of the Colby’s mencement on June 5. Sarah graduated Kristen will join more than 2,500 Class of 2004. She is majoring in cum laude with departmental honors in mathematics, science and Spanish. A Greek scholars on over 150 cam- physics and mathematical science, member of the Math Honor Society and puses in this organization. with a minor in German. Spanish Honor Society, she also partici- pated as a member of the yearbook staff and Social Committee. Sarah served as Julianne Mandrillo Graduates president of the Campus Ambassadors. She also played soccer and ran winter and spring track, where she received all- Pennsylvania State University state. WESTFIELD – Julianne University in State College, Pa. with Leadership Conference Mandrillo, the daughter of Mr. and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Mrs. Joseph Mandrillo of Westfield, Relations and minors in Business, Attended by Mccabe graduated The Pennsylvania State Women’s Studies and American WESTFIELD – James Mccabe of Studies. Westfield, a member of the Class of Albert Thrower, Jr. Julianne graduated with distinc- BEE CHAMPION…Westfield Recreation Director Bruce Kaufmann recog- 2005, was chosen to participate in tion as a Dean’s List student with nized the accomplishments of “Name The Bee” contest winner Jen DiGiorgio membership in the National Society Pictured, left to right, are: Mr. Kaufmann, Assistant Director Dee MacKay, the National Student Leadership Earns Degree, Award Tom DiGiorgio, Lisa DiGiorgio, and Jen. Conference (NSLC), a leadership SPECIAL HONOR…Irina WESTFIELD – Albert Thrower, of Collegiate Scholars, as well as the development program for outstand- Sheremetyeva of Westfield has been Jr., the son of Dr. Patricia and Dr. Golden Key Honor Society. Cornelius Banta Placed ing high school students. recognized as one of Comcast’s Lead- Albert Thrower of Westfield, She is also a member of the Order Education News Continued While attending the NSLC, James ers and Achievers with a $1,000 grant graduated cum laude from Colgate of Omega, a Greek Honor Society On Academy Honor Roll from The Comcast Foundation for that awards students who demon- From Pages 8 & 9; More had the opportunity to study, experi- University in Hamilton, N.Y. on WESTFIELD – Cornelius ence, and develop the skills and traits her outstanding commitment to com- strate leadership and scholarship Education on Page 19 munity service. Irina is a 2004 gradu- May 16. Fitzpatrick Banta, Jr. of Westfield that define and identify a leader. He He also received the Dean’s within the Greek community. ate of Westfield High School. She will As a member of the Delta Zeta achieved Honors at Mercersburg Acad- attended special workshops and attend Rutgers University in the fall. Award for academic excellence emy in Mercersburg, Pa. for the spring classes where he studied the distinc- She is the daughter of Valeriy and during the spring 2004 semester. National Sorority, Julianne served the organization as Public Relations Bushinger, Koeppel term. The 10th grader is the son of Mr. tions of leadership. Farida Sheremetyeva of Westfield. A 2000 graduate of Delbarton and Mrs. Cornelius Banta of Westfield. School in Morristown, Albert con- Chairperson and Greek Sing Chair- Named to Dean’s List centrated in economics. person. Robert C. Byrd Scholarship She was a member of the Commu- AREA – The Martin J. Whitman Brian Chiger Graduates nications and Hospitality Commit- School of Management at Syracuse tees for Pennsylvania State University in Syracuse, N.Y. has University of Rochester Earned by Meghana Limaye University’s Dance Marathon, the named Brett Bushinger of Scotch WESTFIELD – Brian Chiger of Plains and David Koeppel of Westfield graduated cum laude from WESTFIELD – The state Depart- is administered by the state DOE. largest student-run philanthropy in the nation. Westfield to the Dean’s List for the the University of Rochester in Roch- ment of Education (DOE) has re- The grants are awarded to the most spring 2004 semester. ester, N.Y. on May 16 with a Bach- ported that Westfield High School academically talented members of Julianne is a marketing coordina- tor with American International Brett is a senior majoring in ac- elor of Arts Degree in Psychology. student Meghana Limaye is among high school graduating classes. The counting and finance. David is a The son or Mr. and Mrs. Matthew 208 students in the state selected as students compete against other ap- Group (AIG), a leading general in- surance and life insurance corpora- freshman majoring in marketing Chiger of Westfield, Brian is a a 2004 Robert C. Byrd Scholarship plicants within each of New Jersey’s management. Westfield High School graduate. winner. 13 congressional districts. Over 1,500 tion in Berkeley Heights. She is a The federal scholarship program applications were received. Westfield High School graduate. Meghana will receive $1,500 per Travis Kipping Receives Colby College Honors year, contingent on federal funding, for four years of study at any accred- Bachelor of Arts Degree Margaret Smith of WF ited college or university. Students FANWOOD – The University of WESTFIELD – Colby College in who maintain fulltime status and Rochester in Rochester, N.Y. has an- Waterville, Me. has placed Westfield exhibit satisfactory academic nounced that Fanwood resident Travis resident Margaret Smith on the spring progress are entitled to renew the Kipping graduated with a Bachelor of 2004 semester Dean’s List. scholarship each year. Arts degree in Chemistry on May 16. Meghana’s selection was based on A member of the Class of 2006, POETIC VISIT...Maria Mazziotti The son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kipping, Margaret is majoring in history and her college entrance examination Gillan, author of six books of poems as Travis is a graduate of Scotch Plains- human development (independent). scores, class ranking, grade point well as co-editor of the acclaimed lit- Fanwood High School. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed- average and other factors, including erary anthologies “Unsettling ward Smith, she is a graduate of academic honors and responses to an America,” was the guest poet at Kate Walsh Graduates Mount Saint Mary Academy in essay question. Her school also nomi- Westfield High School in June. Her Watchung. nated her. visit was made possible due to a grant Fairfield University awarded to English teacher Elizabeth Muller by the Education Fund of WESTFIELD – Fairfield Univer- University of Scranton Edward Smith Receives Westfield. Ms. Gillan read poetry se- sity in Fairfield, Conn. awarded a de- lections, most of which reflected on gree to Kate Walsh of Westfield during Notes Area Graduates Dean’s List Recognition her personal experiences from child- its 54th commencement May 23. BERKELEY HEIGHTS – Ber- WESTFIELD – Westfield resident hood through her present day obser- The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John keley Heights residents John Dotto Edward Smith, the son of Mr. and vations of human nature. The poetry Walsh of Westfield, Kate graduated Mrs. Edward Smith and a Seton Hall reading was taped for future airing on cum laude with a double major in and Kevin Riley received bachelor’s Channel 36. Ms. Gillan is the recipi- NEW FRIENDS…Kindergarteners from Evergreen Elementary School in degrees from the University of Preparatory School graduate, was communications and music and a named to the Dean’s List for the ent of numerous book awards. Her Scotch Plains hatched chicks in their classrooms. The students studied animals Scranton in Scranton, Pa. on May books of poetry include “Winter minor in Asian studies. and their young as part of their science curriculum. As a culminating activity, 30. John earned a Bachelor of Arts spring 2004 semester at Colby Col- Light,” “The Weather of Old Sea- Kate was inducted into Lambda Pi eggs were brought in from Quiver Farms in an incubator. Each child turned and degree in History, while Kevin re- lege in Waterville, Me. sons,” “Taking Back My Name,” Eta, the national communications cared for the eggs, which finally hatched and baby chicks arrived. The chicks ceived a Bachelor of Science de- A member of the Class of 2004, “Things My Mother Told Me,” honor society. stayed at Evergreen School for about one week. The farmer returned and took gree in Criminal Justice. Edward is majoring in philosophy “Where I Come From”, and “Italian She is a graduate of Westfield High the chicks back to the farm. Pictured, left to right, are: Dominic Gannon, Kyle and English. Women in Black Dresses”. School’s Class of 2000. Coupe, Gabriela Macpherson and Callie Santo Salvo. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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Perrine, earned a Bachelor of Sci- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS North Avenue in Cranford, New Jersey. INVITATION TO BIDDERS The successful Bidder shall be required Any person wishing to comment on this Technicians. No prior exp. Sean Joffe of Westfield, the son of ence degree in Management. Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- to submit a Performance Bond in an amount application may file his or her comments in needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., Mr. and Mrs. Edward Joffe, received Joseph Potian of Fanwood, the son ders to bid for the following Project: equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the writing with the regional director of the FDIC amount of the accepted bid at the time of at the FDIC’s regional office located at 20 min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil of Mr. and Mrs. Marcelino Potian, coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or Engineering. received a Bachelor of Science de- COLLECTION OF contract execution. A Consent of Surety Exchange Place, 4th Floor, New York, New VEGETATIVE WASTE regarding bonds required by the Contract York 10005 within 15 days from the date of 1-5pm slots are perfect for par- Judy Mathew of Westfield, the gree in Biology. Bids will be accepted only by mail or in Documents shall also be submitted with the this notice. ents of school children. Childcare daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph bid. Sureties shall be licensed and/or autho- The nonconfidential portions of the appli- person to the Office of the Township Clerk, reimbursement available! Mathew, garnered a Bachelor of Sci- Evan Flath Receives Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park rized to transact business in the State of cation are on file at the appropriate FDIC ence degree in Management. Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 New Jersey and be acceptable to the Au- office and are available for public inspection Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. Honors at Skidmore (attn: Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk) until thority. The term of the contract shall be for during regular business hours. Photocopies Jacqueline Klock of Scotch Plains, a period commencing November 1, 2004 to of the nonconfidential portion of the applica- 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. SCOTCH PLAINS – Evan Flath, a July 19, 2004 Call the Recruiting Team at the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John The Township of Scotch Plains (hereinaf- December 31, 2006 with an option to renew tion file will be made available upon request. Klock, received a Bachelor of Sci- member of the Class of 2004 at ter “Township”) shall not be responsible for for one additional period at the sole discre- 1 T - 7/1/04, The Leader Fee: $20.91 (908) 233-2500 for details Skidmore College in Saratoga any bid mailed which is lost in transit or tion of the Township. delivered late by the Postal Service. At the The Township reserves the right to reject University of Scranton Springs, N.Y., earned highest honors any or all bids, and to waive immaterial during the fall 2004 semester. He is above time, the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. All bids must be presented informalities, or to accept any bid which, in Making Your Biggest Investment . . . Reports Dean’s Roster the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Flath in sealed envelopes, which are clearly the opinion of the Township of Scotch Plains, AREA – The University of of Scotch Plains. marked , “COLLECTION OF VEGETA- will be in the best interest of the Township all TIVE WASTE” 430 Park Avenue, Scotch in accordance with the New Jersey Local Scranton in Scranton, Pa. has re- Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-1 et Your Best! PUBLIC NOTICE Plains, New Jersey 07076". No bid will be ported that three local students have received after the time and date specified. seq. The Township shall award the bid to been named to the Dean’s List for the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS After receipt of bids, no bid may be with- the bidders which, in the Township’s sole Betty Lynch discretion, best serves, the interest of the spring 2004 semester. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL drawn within (60) sixty days after the date of Scotch Plains junior and health ad- the bid opening except if provided for herein. Township. Take notice that application has been The bid of any bidder who consents to an The Township also reserves the right to Over 25 Years Experience ministration major Stephanie Poliansky made to the Township of Scotch Plains for extension may be held for consideration for reject any and all bids if sufficient funds are joined Berkeley Heights residents a place-to-place transfer (expansion of pre- a longer period of time as may be agreed not available and/or appropriated . The Town- Knowledge of Market Area Kathryn Miller and Kevin Riley in mises) of Charlie Brown’s Restaurant Corp., upon between bidder and the Township. ship also reserves the right to not utilize Integrity & Personalized Service these services if they are not necessary. earning Dean’s List commendation. trading as Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse for All bids must be on the bid forms provided Expert Marketing (home staging, extensive the premises located at 2376 North Avenue by the Township of Scotch Plains in the bid The selected Bidders, will, within seven Betty Lynch Kathryn is a senior majoring in for Plenary Retail Consumption License package, Specifications and bid forms may days (7) of award of the bid, enter into an internet exposure, virtual tours, and special education and Kevin is a #2016-33-012-006 heretofore issued to be obtained at the Office of the Director of appropriate contract with the Township. professional brochures) Charlie Brown’s Restaurant Corp., trading All bidders must comply with P .L. 1975, Broker / Sales Associate senior majoring in criminal justice. Public Property, 2445 Plainfield Avenue, Seasoned Professional With Outstanding as Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse for the pre- Scotch Plains, between the hours of 9am Chapter 127 entitled “An Act Relating to Westfield Office mises located at 2376 North Avenue. and 3pm, Monday through Friday. Affirmative Action in Relation to discrimina- Negotiating Skills, Whether You’re Meryl Reichbach Receives The persons who will hold an interest in Bid proposals and all required documents tion in connections with Certain Public Con- 209 Central Avenue BUYING or SELLING this license are: Charlie Brown’s, Inc., share- must be completed and submitted by the tracts and supplementing the ‘Law Against Westfield, NJ 07090 Dean’s List Recognition holder, 1450 US Highway 22, Mountainside, date as set forth above. All documents I the Discrimination’ approved April 16, 1945 (P.L. Full-Time, Licensed Assistant to Help New Jersey 07092; Russell D’Anton, presi- enclosed bid package must accompany the 1945, Chapter 169)” N.J.A.C. 17:27, as Handle Transaction Details WESTFIELD – Meryl Claudia amended from time to time, and the Ameri- For Immediate Reply, Reichbach of Westfield, a student in the dent; Charlie Brown’s Acquisition Corp.; bid proposal. Committed to Customer Satisfaction, Castle Harlan Partners III, L.P.; Castle In addition to the above documents, a cans With Disability Act. 908-419-5141 (cell) University of Wisconsin-Madison School Harlan Associates III, L.P.; Castle Harlan certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond All bidders must be registered with the Listening to Your Needs & Expectations of Education, was named to the Dean’s Partners III GP, Inc.; John K. Castle; Leonard issued by a responsible bank, trust com- New Jersey Department of Labor to engage [email protected] Specializing in Union & Somerset in public work as defined in the require- List for the spring 2004 semester. M. Harlan; Howard T. Weiss and David B. pany or insurance company, payable to the Counties Pittaway. Township of Scotch Plains shall be submit- ments listed under N.J.S.A. 34:11-5661 Office: 908-233-5555 Objections, if any, should be made imme- ted with each bid as a guaranty that if a through 56.55, as well as N.J.A.C. 12:62- PUBLIC NOTICE diately in writing to: Barbara Riepe, Town- contract is awarded the bidder shall execute 1.1. Where applicable, prevailing wage rate BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ship Clerk, Township of Scotch Plains, 430 said contract. The bid security shall be in the NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award - Gold Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey shall be paid to all workers on the job as per amount often percent (10%) of the total 1986,87 1998-2002 NOTICE TO BIDDERS 07076. amount of the bid or Twenty Thousand N.J.A.C. 34:11-56,25 et seq. BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed Charlie Brown’s Restaurant Corp. ($20,000) whichever is lower. Lifetime Member NJAR Distinguished Sales Club SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF bids will be received by the Borough of c/o Charlie Brown’s, Inc. All bid security, except the bid security of International President’s Elite UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. Fanwood (“Fanwood”) for Rubberized As- 1450 US Highway 22 the three apparent lowest responsible bid- WALTER F. DINIZO phalt Emulsion Slurry Sealing on Vari- Mountainside, New Jersey 07092 ders shall, if requested in writing, be re- DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROEPRTY ous Streets, and all work incidental thereto, 1 T - 6/24/04 turned after ten days (10) from the opening ©2004 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of & 7/1/04, The Times Fee: $59.16 TOWNSHIP CLERK Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. and such bids shall be received, opened of the bids (Sundays and Holidays excepted) Owned and operated by NRT, Inc. BARBARA RIEPE and read in public at the Borough Hall, 75 and the bids of such bidders shall be con- 1 T - 7/1/04, The Times Fee: $99.45 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jer- PUBLIC NOTICE sidered withdrawn. sey, on Thursday, July 15, 2004 at 10:00 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY A.M., local prevailing time. After the pro- CHANCERY DIVISION posals have been opened, they will be re- UNION COUNTY viewed and examined by Fanwood or its DOCKET NO. F-6461-04 representatives, the results will be made Kimberley Aslanian Haley FILE NO. 4373-03R public, but until the actual award and execu- tion of a contract, Fanwood reserves its right NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT to reject all proposals. (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: Complete sets of the bid documents for VIOLET MITCHELL A/K/A VIO- the proposed work are on file in the Office of LET TAYLOR, HER HEIRS, Expect More the Borough Clerk at Fanwood’s Municipal DEVISEES AND PERSONAL Building, 75 North Martine Avenue, REPRESENTATIVES AND Fanwood, New Jersey, and may be exam- THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR NJAR CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE GOLD LEVEL 2003 ined Monday through Friday between the SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., except TITLE AND INTEREST; Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Copies may be obtained by prospective bidders YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND upon application to the Borough Clerk on REQUIRED to serve upon CASALE & July 1, 2004 and payment of a non-re- PELLEGRINO, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, fundable fee of $20.00. whose address is GATEHALL 1, Bids must be submitted by the date and PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054, an time provided above; on the standard pro- Answer to the Reforeclousre Complaint filed posal forms provided, in the manner desig- in a Civil Action, in which FISH TWO AC- nated in the bid documents and required by QUISITIONS L.L.C is the plaintiff and VIO- the specifications; must be enclosed in a LET MITCHELL A/K/A VIOLET TAYLOR, sealed envelope bearing the name and ad- HER HEIRS, ET ALS; are defendants, pend- dress of the bidder, addressed to the Bor- ing in the Superior Court of New Jersey, ough Clerk of Fanwood, with the words Chancery Division, UNION County and bear- “Proposal for “Rubberized Asphalt Emul- ing Docket No. F-6461-04 within thirty-five sion Slurry Sealing on Various Streets” (35) days after July 1, 2004 exclusive of placed on the outside of the envelope in the such date. If you fail to answer or appear in lower left-hand corner; and must be accom- accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by panied by either a certified check, cashier’s Default may be rendered against you for check or bid bond drawn to the order of relief demanded in the Reforeclosure Com- Fanwood for not less than ten (10%) per- plaint. You shall file your Answer and Proof Move right into this pristine 4 Bedroom and 4.5 Bath Center Spacious and completely renovated is this custom Westfield home cent of the amount of the bid, but not in of Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the Westfield excess of Twenty Thousand ($20,000) Dol- Superior Court of New Jersey, Hughes Jus- Hall Colonial close to downtown, schools and New located on a quiet Stonehenge street. Its renovation includes new lars except as otherwise provided by N.J.S.A. tice Complex - CN 971, Trenton, New Jer- York transportation. Numerous updates include a renovated windows, a gourmet Eat-in Kitchen with granite counters, center 40A:11-21. sey 08625, in accordance with the Rules of Recreation Room, new Baths, new Pella windows overlooking island, stainless steel appliances and hardwood floor, luxurious All spaces on the forms to be com- Civil Practice and Procedure. pleted by the bidder must be completed. You are further advised that if you are the park, new roof, new boiler & central air and a professionally Master Bedroom Suite with a private Bathroom and oversized walk- If a space or the answer to a question is unable to obtain an attorney you may com- landscaped, fenced yard. Offered for $869,900. in closets and more! Offered for $960,000. not applicable, the bidder must indicate municate with the Lawyer Referral Service such with the notation “Not Applicable”. of the County of Venue and that if you cannot Fanwood reserves the right to reject any afford an attorney, you may communicate bid for failure to provide any informa- with the Legal Services Office of the County tion requested or to indicate “Not Appli- of Venue. The telephone number of such cable”. agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral No bid may be withdrawn after sixty (60) Service 908-353-4715 - Legal Services days of the date specified for the opening of Office 908-354-4340. bids except as provided for in N.J.S.A. THE ACTION has been instituted for the 40A:11-24. Bidders are required to comply purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 certificate: 1. A certain tax certificate 980639, et seq. (L. 1975, c. 127). recorded on 8/12/1998, made by STEVEN The specifications may contain a com- M. DAVIS, Collector of Taxes of plete set of bidding and contract forms. If PLAINFIELD, and State of New Jersey to so, they are for the convenience of bidders FIRST UNION/PLYMOUTH SPV 1 INC and are not to be detached from the speci- and subsequently assigned to plaintiff, FISH fications or filled out or executed. Separate TWO ACQUISITIONS L.L.C . This covers copies of the “bid” proposal and other sub- real estate located in PLAINFIELD, County mittals will be furnished for that purpose in of UNION, and State of New Jersey, known duplicate, one to be submitted with each bid as LOT 13 BLOCK 603 as shown on the Tax This charming 9 Room English Colonial home is located on a This completely renovated, custom built 4 Bedroom Cottage style and one to be retained by the bidder for his Assessment Map and Tax Map duplicate of tree-lined Westfield street close to schools, downtown and home is nestled in the heart of the prestigious Gardens section of (its) records. PLAINFIELD. and concerns premises com- . The right is reserved by Fanwood to reject monly known as 212 COURT PLACE, NYC transportation It boasts an updated Eat-in Kitchen, Westfield. Exemplifying quality craftsmanship and magnificent any or all bids if deemed to be in the interest PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. formal Dining Room, Living Room with fireplace, Family appointments, this fine home represents the ideal combination of of Fanwood to do so, to waive any informali- YOU, VIOLET MITCHELL A/K/A VIO- ties in the bids received and to accept the LET TAYLOR, HER HEIRS, DEVISEES Room, Recreation Room, fenced yard, hardwood floors, 3 new classic detail and modern convenience and luxury. Call today for lowest responsible bid. AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES Bathrooms and more! (WSF 0388) Offered for $699,900. elevations and plans. (WSF 0386) Offered for $1.5 Million Any prospective bidder who wishes to AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUC- challenge a bid specification or any aspect CESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND IN- of the bidding process shall file such chal- TEREST, are made party defendants to the lenges in writing with the Borough Clerk of above foreclosure action because you are the Borough of Fanwood no less than three the owners of a property which is the subject Coldwell Banker business days prior to date specified in this of the above entitled action. notice for the opening of the bids. Chal- DATED: June 24, 2004 lenges filed after that time shall be consid- Donald F. Phelan, Residential Brokerage ered void and having no impact on Fanwood Clerk of the Superior Court or the award of a contract. of New Jersey 908.301.2004 - Direct Line Eleanor McGovern CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. Borough Clerk 1 Gatehall Drive [email protected] Business 908.233.5555 Borough of Fanwood Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1 T - 7/1/04, The Times Fee: $76.50 1 T - 7/1/04, The Leader Fee: $67.32 www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 Page 18 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Marguerite Taylor, 80, Registered Nurse; DEATH NOTICE Scotch Plains Woman’s Club President – Obituaries – James B. Golding, 38, Worked as an ADA Marguerite Taylor, 80, of Scotch Born in Valhalla, N.Y., she had DEATH NOTICE In Manhattan District Attorney’s Office Plains died on Tuesday, June 22, at lived in the Bronx, N.Y. before com- her home. ing to New Jersey in 1938. She had Gudrun Chehayl, Traveled the World; James B. Golding, 38, of Westfield School. lived in Bound Brook and then in died on Friday, June 11, after a long He belonged to the Bayshore Salt- PUBLIC NOTICE Plainfield before moving to Scotch illness at Memorial Sloan-Kettering water Flyrodders Fishing Club. Plains in 1957. Helped Establish Veterinary Practice Cancer Center in New York City. BOARD OF EDUCATION He was predeceased by his brother, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY A Bound Brook High School Gudrun Ellen Chehayl, nee world, including all the European Born on January 11, 1966 in Long Edward Golding; his maternal grand- alumna, Mrs. Taylor went on to gradu- Hermansen, passed away peacefully and Scandinavian countries, most of Branch, he had lived in Westfield for NOTICE TO BIDDERS father, James B. Cleary, and his pa- ate as a registered nurse from the amongst her family and friends at the Caribbean Islands, Central three years, and was previously from ternal grandparents, John and Ellen NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Muhlenberg School of Nursing. Her Summerhouse Assisted Living in America, Japan, Australia, New New York City and Middletown. sealed bids will be received by the Board of Golding. Education of the Town of Westfield, New class was the last class of the United Naples, Fla., on the evening of June Zealand and Israel. Mr. Golding was an Assistant Dis- Surviving are his wife of four years, Jersey, in the Board of Education office, 302 States Nurse Cadet Corp. 23, 2004. She took her leave with the She and her family hosted many trict Attorney for the Manhattan Dis- Linda Maguire; his parents, Edward Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 at After graduation, she had worked same grace and dignity with which guests from India through the Ex- trict Attorney’s Office, where he had Golding and Ann Cleary Golding of 10:00 AM (Prevailing Time) on July 14, as a charge nurse at Muhlenberg she lived her life. periment for International Living, worked for over 16 years. 2004 at which time bids will be publicly Middletown; four brothers and two opened and read aloud for: Hospital and, in later years, at the Guddy, the first child of Danish and she never tired of describing her He graduated from the University sisters-in-law, Michael and Kelli Westfield Convalescent Center. immigrants, was born on January 15, own tour of India. She also was a Girl of Scranton and New York Law “PLATFORMS AND FLOOR TILE Golding of Middletown, John WORK AT AUDITORIUM AT She was President and Treasurer 1921 on an Ivanhoe, Minn. dairy Scout leader and a member of the Golding of Atlanta, Thomas and Tara WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL, R-3212” of the Scotch Plains Woman’s Club farm, and until entering school spoke Rake and Hoe Garden Club. Guddy Steven D. Fisher, 58 Golding of Middletown and Daniel Plans and Specifications will be available and a member of the Scotch Plains only Danish. After graduating from expressed her artistic talents through Steven Downey Fisher, 58, of Golding of Red Bank; a sister and on July 5, 2004 Baptist Church. Mrs. Taylor also Dunellen High School in Dunellen, her weaving, and she shared those Westfield died on Sunday, June 13, brother-in-law, Annmarie and James Plans, specifications, form of bid, con- volunteered with Meals on Wheels N.J., she spent 13 months with rela- talents with her many friends in the at his home. McCarthy of Middletown; his ma- tract and bond for the proposed work and and the Youth Employment Service. tives in Denmark, returning to the Westfield Weavers Guild. She trea- Born in Los Angeles, he had lived other contract documents thereto, as pre- ternal grandmother, Agnes Cleary of pared by M. Disko Associates, are on file in She was predeceased by her hus- United States just before the start of sured the many summers she spent at in South Orange before moving to Keansburg; an aunt and uncle, Mary their offices at 151 Summer Avenue, band, Arthur S. Taylor, Jr., in 2001. World War II on the last ship to travel her home “down the shore” in Westfield 29 years ago. and Dominic Difalco of Long Island; Kenilworth, New Jersey 07033, and may be Surviving are two sons, Alan S. without being blacked out. Her affin- Loveladies, N.J. In Naples, she was Mr. Fisher had been a corporate a sister-in-law and her husband, Diane examined at the office of M. Disko Associ- Taylor of Fanwood and Randy Tay- ity for Danish culture was reflected a member of the Countryside and bond trader with Bear Stearns in ates during normal business hours. and Warren Hinkson of Quebec, Bidders will be furnished with a copy of lor of Danbury, Conn.; a daughter, in her simplicity of style and in the Windstar Country Clubs. Manhattan before retiring in 1993. Canada; his mother-in-law and fa- the Plans and Specifications by the Engi- Nancy Taylor Worth of Middlesex; Danish Christmas traditions that she Gudrun was predeceased by her Previously, he worked for First Bos- ther-in-law, John and Jean Maguire neer, upon proper notice and payment of a two sisters, Anna Wilson and Mary passed on to her children and grand- husband and by her beloved son, ton and Lehman Brothers, both in of New Hampshire; his nieces and check for Fifty-five ($55.00) Dollars for Spinabelli; a brother, Robert Rizzon, children. Paul George. She is survived by two Manhattan. each set, payable to M. DISKO ASSOCI- nephews, Nora and Kerrin McCarthy, ATES, said cost being the reproduction and two grandchildren. Guddy worked as a supervisor at sons, Peter William of Naples, Fla. Mr. Fisher received a bachelor’s Tara and Brendan Golding, and Alex price of the documents and is not return- Funeral services were held on Sat- New Jersey Bell until a young veteri- and Robert John of Flemington, N.J.; degree from the University of South Hinkson, and beloved cousins. able. urday, June 26, at the Scotch Plains narian, Clarence J. Chehayl, visited her daughter, Patricia Ann Linke of Carolina. A Funeral Liturgy was held on Proposal forms (as contained in the Speci- Baptist Church. Interment followed her family’s dairy farm. They mar- Newtown, Conn.; her son-in-law, He was past President of Twin fications) provide for the awarding of all the Wednesday, June 16, at St. Mary’s work to the lowest qualified bidder under a at Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains. ried in 1946, and shortly thereafter Robert Linke, and her daughter-in- Brooks Country Club in Watchung. Roman Catholic Church in single contract. Arrangements were by the Memo- her younger sister, Polly, married law, Elizabeth Chehayl. She will be Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Middletown. Burial took place in the The guaranty accompanying the bid shall rial Funeral Home, 155 South Av- Clarence’s best friend, also a veteri- greatly missed by her grandchildren, Helen Carcich Fisher; a daughter, Mount Olivet Cemetery in be given in the amount of ten percent (10%) enue in Fanwood. narian. Laurel, Halley, Daniel, Casy and Elizabeth Downey Fisher of Brook- of the bid and may be given at the option of Middletown. the bidder by a Certified Check or Bid Bond Memorial donations may be made Clarence and Guddy chose Catherine, and by her great-grand- lyn, N.Y.; a son, Michael Lynch Arrangements were by the John F. from a reputable insurance company. to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, Westfield, N.J. to start the Westfield son, Drew. She also leaves her brother, Fisher of Hoboken, and a brother, Pfleger Funeral Home of If the bid exceeds $20,000.00, bidders P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains 07076. Veterinary Clinic. The focus of the Knud Hermansen, and sisters Polly Raymond Fisher of Florence, S.C. Middletown. must be prequalified by the New Jersey July 1, 2004 veterinary clinic quickly gave way Beattie and Ann Byrd. A Funeral Mass was held on Thurs- In lieu of flowers, donations may Department of the Treasury, Division of from cows and horses to dogs and Visitation will be Monday, July 5, day, June 17, at St. Helen’s Roman Building and Construction, prior to the date PUBLIC NOTICE be made in the memory of James to bids are received. Any bid submitted under cats as the area became a New York from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Dooley Colo- Catholic Church in Westfield, fol- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer the terms of the New Jersey statutes not SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD bedroom community. For over 20 nial Home, 556 Westfield Avenue in lowing the funeral from the Higgins Center, P.O. Box 27106, New York, including a copy of a valid and active BOARD OF EDUCATION years, they lived next to the practice. Westfield. A memorial service at the and Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Prequalification/Classification Certificate will UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY N.Y. 10087. Letters of condolence be rejected as being nonresponsive to bid Family life was inextricably entwined funeral home will begin at 10 a.m. on Home in Westfield. Cremation took may be e-mailed to INVITATION TO BID requirements. with the practice. Tuesday, July 6, with interment at place at the Evergreen Cemetery in [email protected]. All bidders must be prequalified in accor- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed Guddy was former President of Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. A Hillside. July 1, 2004 dance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, as proposals will be received by the Scotch both the Auxiliary of the New Jersey luncheon reception will follow. In Memorial donations may be made amended by Chapter 188, Laws of 1968 as Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, Union set forth in Instructions to Bidders. County, New Jersey, for Lease Purchase Veterinary Association and of Mo- lieu of flowers, please honor her life to Helping Hands and Hearts, St. See it all on the Web! Labor in connection with the project shall Financing. bile Meals of Westfield. She also was by making donations to the Naples Helen’s Parish Center, 1600 Rahway be paid not less than wages as listed in The official bid opening will be held, at the a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary Inter- Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Avenue, Westfield 07090. www.goleader.com Prevailing Wage Rate Determination pur- Business Administrator’s office of the Scotch national. Her travels for conventions Drive, Naples, Fla. 34112. July 1, 2004 Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, Ever- suant to Chapter 150 of the New Jersey and pleasure took her all over the July 1, 2004 Laws of 1963, or the U.S. Department of green Avenue and Cedar Street, Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Labor Wage Determinations, whichever are Plains, New Jersey 07076, at 2:00 PM pre- higher for each class of labor. vailing time, July 14, 2004, and will be opened TOWN OF WESTFIELD trary to the requirements of Sections: Bidding shall be in conformance with the and read immediately thereafter. Theodore R. Frank, Chief of Personnel; BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 11.06E.6, 11.06E7, 12.04E.1 & 12.04F.1 of applicable requirements of N.S.J.A. Bidders are required to comply with all The Board of Adjustment of the Town of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- 18A:18A-1 et seq., pertaining to the “Public requirements of the Public Schools Con- Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Monday quires a minimum side yard setback of 15 School Contracts Law.” tracts Law, N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1, et seq., Active at Calvary Lutheran Church July 12, 2004 in the Council Chambers at feet. 10.46 feet is existing and proposed. Bidders are required to comply with the P.L. 1975, C. 127 (N.J.A.C. 17:27) and with the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Ordinance requires a minimum rear yard requirements of Affirmative Action Regula- all other Federal Laws and New Jersey Theodore Russell Frank, a long- Martin Wallberg Post No. 3 in Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. setback of 35 feet. 21 feet is proposed. tion P.L. 1975, Chapter 127 (NJAC 17:27). Statutes not specified herein. time Westfield resident, died on Westfield; Masonic Lodge No. 72 to hear and consider the following appeals Ordinance requires a maximum Floor Area Bids may be held by the Board of Educa- Bid Specifications can be obtained by Wednesday, June 23, at Muhlenberg in Secaucus, Hudson, and Past Presi- for variance from the requirements of the Ratio of 35%. 35.19% is proposed. Ordi- tion for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days contacting The Apris Group, Ltd., (973) Westfield Land Use Ordinance: nance requires a maximum building cover- from the date of the opening of Bids for the 656-1500. Bids must be on the proposal Regional Medical Center in dent of the AREA Retirement group. Plainfield. age of 20%. 21.21% is proposed. purpose of reviewing the bids and investi- form and in the manner designated in the bid Surviving are his wife, Florence Howard Roby, 1110 Columbus Avenue, Steve & Elaine Masket, 210 Twin Oaks gating the qualifications if bidders, prior to specifications. No bid may be withdrawn for Born in Jersey City, Mr. Frank Edge Frank; a daughter, Valerie seeking permission to erect a shed and Terrace, seeking permission to construct awarding of the Contract. a period ending thirty (30) days after the bid graduated from Roselle Park High Frank of Westfield, and a sister, replace the shed in the exact location con- an addition contrary to the requirements of The Board of Education reserves the right opening. Faxed bids will not be accepted. trary to the requirements of Sections: Section: 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordi- to reject any or all bids or to waive informality The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of School. He had worked for AAFES Dorothy Martin of Berkeley Heights. 12.04F1 & 13.01G1b of the Land Use Ordi- for 30 years, retiring as Chief of nance. Ordinance requires a maximum build- in the bidding if in its judgment the School Education reserves the right to reject any A funeral service was held on nance. Ordinance requires a maximum al- ing coverage of 20%. 21.0% is proposed. Board and public interest will be served by and all bids or to waive any informalities in Personnel in 1975. Saturday, June 26, at the Calvary lowable coverage of 20% of the structure. Elliot Budashewitz & Susan Spiegel, 527 so doing. the bidding if it is in the best interest of the He was a longtime member of Lutheran Church. Interment fol- 29.4% is proposed. Ordinance requires a Birch Avenue, seeking permission to con- By order of the Board of Education, Board of Education to do so. setback from property line for accessible struct an addition contrary to the require- Westfield, New Jersey. By Order of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board the Calvary Lutheran Church in lowed at Graceland Memorial Park structures of 5 feet. 1 foot is present and Cranford, where he was a three- ments of Section: 11.09E6&12.04F1 of the Robert A. Berman of Education in Kenilworth. proposed. Land Use Ordinances. Ordinance requires Business Administrator Anthony M. DelSordi, SBA/BS term council member, a member of Arrangements were by the Gray Jeff & Susan Beauchamp, 640 Westfield a side yard setback of 10 feet. 7.5 feet is 1 T - 7/1/04, The Leader Fee: $70.89 1 T - 7/1/04, The Times Fee: $33.66 the finance committee, treasurer, a Funeral Home, 12 Springfield Av- Avenue, seeking permission to erect an existing and proposed. Ordinance requires addition on the side of the house to expand a maximum building coverage of 20%. 20.8% Sunday school teacher, Sunday enue in Cranford. the existing front porch contrary to the re- School Superintendent and Finan- is proposed. Memorial donations may be quirements of Section: 12.03D of the Land Charles & Pam Beurer, 119 Ayliffe Av- cial Secretary. made to the Organ Fund or the Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a front enue, seeking permission to construct an A United States Army veteran of Memorial Fund, Calvary Lutheran yard set back for 65.5 feet. 56 feet – 9 inches addition contrary to the requirements of is existing and proposed. Section: 12.04F1, 12.04F2, and 11.09E6 of World War II, Mr. Frank was a mem- Church, 108 Eastman Street, Michael J. & Jean Porch, 54 Sandy Hill ber of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- Cranford 07016. Road, seeking permission to put a 12 feet quires a maximum allowable coverage by July 1, 2004 No. 11467 and American Legion x19 feet addition off the side of the house to structures of 20%. 25% is proposed. Ordi- expand both the kitchen and dining room nance requires a maximum allowable cover- contrary to the requirements of Sections: age with deck of 22%. 28% is proposed. 11.07E5 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- Ordinance requires a minimum side yard nance requires a minimum street side yard setback of 10 feet. 8.29 feet is existing and setback of 20 feet. 23.7 feet is existing and proposed. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. 11.7 feet is proposed. Midori Nagai, 142 Linden Avenue, seek- Linda & Raymond Williams, 232 Baker ing permission to construct an addition con- Avenue, seeking permission to construct a trary to the requirements of Section: 11.07E5 Caring & Courteous Service to the second story addition contrary to the re- of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- quirements of Section: 11.09E5 of the Land quires a front yard setback of 40 feet. 31 feet Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a street is proposed. Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 side yard minimum set back for corner lot of Richard & Deanne Cheng, 705 Crescent 20 feet.18.97 feet exists and is proposed. Parkway, seeking permission to construct Timothy A. Digney, 220 Myrtle Avenue, an addition and expansion contrary to the Westfield seeking permission to erect an open deck at requirements of Section: 11.09E5, 11.09E7, the rear of house contrary to the require- 12.03D and 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordi- 556 Westfield Avenue ments of Section: 11.09E6 of the Land Use nance. Ordinance requires a street side Ordinance. Ordinance requires a side yard yard setback (corner lot) of 20 feet. 15 feet 233-0255 set back of 10 feet. 2 feet is proposed. is existing and proposed. Ordinance re- Milton Koenigsberg, 28 Carol Road, seek- quires a rear yard setback of 35 feet. 33.7 John L. Dooley ing permission to construct an addition con- feet is proposed. Ordinance requires a front trary to the requirements of Sections: yard setback of 40 feet E.F.Y.D. 36.8 feet is Manager 11.06E6 & 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordi- existing and proposed. Ordinance requires NJ License # 4100 nance. Ordinance requires a side yard of 15 a maximum allowable coverage of struc- feet.13 feet exists and is proposed. Ordi- tures of 20%. 20.9% is proposed. nance requires building lot coverage of 20%/ 3600 feet. 20.98%/2431 feet is proposed. Variances, waivers or exceptions from Eric & Suzanne Hess, 36 Manchester certain site plan details or relief from require- Drive, seeking permission to construct a ments may be sought as appropriate. permanent three-season porch enclosure Plans and application are on file in the contrary to the requirements of Sections: office of the Town Engineer, 959 North 12.07C of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Cranford nance requires a maximum allowable height may be seen Monday through Friday from 218 North Avenue of a fence located in the street side yard of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. a corner lot of 4 feet. 6 feet is proposed. Lori A. Boyd, Secretary 276-0255 David Manganello, 17 Bennett Place, seek- Board of Adjustment ing permission to construct an addition con- 1 T - 7/1/04, The Leader Fee: $113.73 Charles V. Dooley Manager NJ License # 3703 Caught in the MASTER Medicaid confusion? N ow Offering the New MEMORIALS Forethought® funeral planning Willow View Mausoleum, 524 Central Avenue Westfield, NJ can help. A Unique Concept in (908) 233-2350 F Memorial Properties. ind out how by calling... Designer • Builders of fine MONUMENTS MARKERS eauty, Dignity & Peace MAUSOLEUMS FUNERAL B DIRECTORS Lettered • Cleaned – Since 1897 – Overlooking Bunnell Pond. 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Westfield Education Assn. Awards $3,000 in Grants Get Anything Goes Set by WYACT at NJPAC; Outta WESTFIELD – The Westfield Edu- WHS French teacher who died this Lindsay Rose Sinclair of WF Takes Lead cation Association (WEA) awarded spring. $3,000 in scholarships to the 2004 gradu- A four-year Advanced Placement The ating class of Westfield High French pupil, Kelli is a Na- WESTFIELD – The New Jersey merge with Porter’s showtunes, in- backgrounds. School (WHS). Diana tional Merit Scholar, a mem- Performing Arts Center’s (NJPAC) cluding “Friendship,” “I Get a Kick Performers and technical students Collins, WEA Scholarship ber of the WHS girls’ swim House Summer Musical Program will Out of You,” “Blow, Gabriel, Blow,” from across the region are eager to Committee Chairperson, team and an active TWIG By CAROL F. DAVIS present the Westfield Young Artists’ “You’re the Top,” “All Through the participate in NJPAC and WYACT’s presented three scholarships volunteer at the Children’s Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Cooperative Theatre (WYACT) pro- Night,” “De-Lovely” and “Anything during WHS Awards Night. Specialized Hospital. Enjoy participating in one of duction of Cole Porter’s musical com- Goes.” The Barry Judd Memorial Philip Didier, Nancy’s son, the following events on this edy Anything Goes in the Victoria NJPAC/WYACT is using the 1962 Scholarship of $1,000 was presented the scholarship to Fourth of July. Theater from Friday, July 16 to Sun- revised version of the script, with a presented on June 8 at the Kelli, who will attend the day, July 25. book by Guy Bolton, P.G. WEA Delegate Assembly College of William & Mary * * * * * * Dinner Meeting at The in Williamsburg, Va. this fall. To kick-off your holiday week- Cynthia Meryl, WYACT’s Co- Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay and Westwood in Garwood. The Barry Judd Memo- end, the Westfield Community Founder and Artistic Director, is Russel Crouse. Scenic design is pro- Each year, the association rial Scholarship for $1,000 Band will perform an Indepen- directing Anything Goes. vide by J. Wiese, costume design by recognizes applicants based Kelli Layton was presented to Elizabeth dence Day celebration with the More than 50 young performers, Debra Reed, lighting design by on academic achievement, Morasso. The grant is given Sons and Daughters of the Ameri- musicians and theater technicians Brenda Dolan, sound design by Mike school activities and com- in recognition of a distin- can Revolution, on Thursday, July from throughout New Jersey and Sinclair, musical direction by Ilene munity service. guished teacher of foreign 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the gazebo at New York will be included in the Greenbaum and choreography by Ja’Net Tiller, the daughter languages at WHS from Mindowaskin Park. The patriotic show, which will premiere on July 16 Sherry Alban. of Debbie Tiller, received the 1974 to 1992. selection will include well-known at 7 p.m. The NJPAC/WYACT collabora- Based on Mr. Judd’s ide- $1,000 WEA Scholarship. favorites, like Sousa’s Stars and Differing greatly from last tion enables talented youth from New She will attend Seton Hall als — a love for learning and Stripes Forever, along with a University in the fall. devotion for helping others summer’s serious musical drama West Jersey and beyond to receive the Ja’Net had been active – the award is given each wide variety of other pieces. Bring Side Story, for which WYACT earned highest quality theater-arts educa- with the WHS Awareness year to a son or daughter of your lawn chair or blanket. Musical Theatre International’s In- tion possible, all at no cost to the Club and participated in the a WEA member. ternational Award of Excellence, participants. These aspiring actors * * * * * * * winter/spring track program. Elizabeth Morasso Elizabeth is the daughter Anything Goes features energetic and musicians are provided with the She also participated in the of Kristine Smith-Morasso, The Cranford Jaycees Fire- tap-dancing and a light-hearted tale opportunity to embrace active roles WHS cheerleading program an instrumental music cracker 4 Miler begins at 9:30 aboard a cruise ship. The characters, in a professional theater environ- and the Connection experi- teacher at Edison Interme- a.m. on July 4 in Nomahegan slapstick comedy and tap numbers ment, regardless of their economic ence. Her community ser- diate School in Westfield. Park. The morning of family ac- vice included tutoring and An active member of the tivities will include a deejay, face POPCORN™ counseling at the Westfield Union Catholic High School painting, and a clown. Applica- Neighborhood Council. Student Council, Service tions and information are avail- Eadaoin Maria Ines Club, drama productions able at www.cranfordjaycees.com. The Terminal: Your LEADING LADY...Westfield High Quinn, the daughter of Mr. and swim team, Elizabeth School graduate Lindsay-Rose Sinclair There will also be a One-Mile will lead the cast of WYACT/NJPAC’s and Mrs. Thomas Quinn, had demonstrated leadership Fun Run. also garnered a $1,000 WEA qualities through her con- Anything Goes production as Reno Depot For Entertainment Sweeney. Pictured, above, Lindsay-Rose Scholarship. tinued support and * * * * * * * One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent fundraising efforts for the This year, for the first time, the also lead the 2002 cast in “White Christ- A member of the National Eadaoin Quinn mas” in Puttin’ On The Ritz, The Honor Society, Eadaoin is also Lupus Foundation of incomparable Macy’s Fourth of By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER heartwarming. 3 & ½ POPCORNS Music of Irving Berlin, America’s recognized as a “talented” ath- America. Her determination July Fireworks can be seen from Understandably, it’s slow going at first Songwriter, which was presented by lete, who participated in the and commitment to the Alli- Liberty State Park in Jersey City. With The Terminal, the latest collabo- for the Krakoavian contractor. He neither WYACT and the Westfield Symphony Penn Relays with fellow mem- ance for Lupus Research has More than 30,000 shells will be ration between director Steven Spielberg makes friends nor finds gainful employ- Orchestra. bers of the WHS women’s been recognized this year. launched between Ellis and Lib- and actor Tom Hanks, I am reminded of ment right off the bat. In fact, the track team. She also partici- In the fall, Elizabeth will erty Islands, giving us some great Mickey Mantle, who didn’t always play to Runyonesque gang who comprise the regu- professional-level theatrical produc- pated in the Model United attend Catholic University his full potential. Some days he only had lars at the terminal initially find the inter- tions, which sell out each year. views. The festivities begin at 7:30 two homers, a double, a single and a stolen loper suspect. Gupta, the humorously para- Nations and worked in the in Washington, D.C. p.m. with the FDNY Fireboat Several local residents are included WHS Transition Project. Her The scholarship funds are base. And so it is with this delightful, noid custodian so marvelously portrayed in the production, including princi- Water Show, continue at 8 p.m. philosophically astute farce adapted for the by Kumar Pallana, is certain he’s CIA. It community service, she made available through the with the Air Force Fly-Over, and isn’t until food worker Enrique (Diego pal cast member Lindsay Rose Sinclair worked on behalf of her church generosity of donations of screen by Sachi Gervasi. the fireworks begin at 9:20. If While Spielberg and Hanks have done Luna) employs the emigre as his romantic of Westfield as Reno Sweeney. for local soup kitchens. Ja’Net Tiller WEA membership. This go-between for the purposes of wooing Westfielder Jennifer Kujawski will year’s committee members you cannot make it there, watch better, it’s a pretty good day’s work, all in In the fall, Eadaoin will all. Hoping to see flashes of their brilliance, INS agent Torres (Zoe Saldana) that portray “Purity” Angel and Scotch attend McGill University in Montreal, included Matthew Block of Roosevelt live on NBC, or listen on 1010 WINS. you won’t be disappointed. Viktor’s worth as a citizen of the terminal Plains resident Adam Biner will also Quebec, Canada. Intermediate School in Westfield, Janice First of all, it’s a big parable and makes is considered. Kelli Layton, the daughter of Mr. and Sheridan of Edison Intermediate School, participate in the ensemble. Michael * * * * * * * no bones about. On the surface, the Fast forward to the regular Saturday Mrs. Thomas Layton, received the $1,000 Carole Stvitski and Dr. James Moriarty characters are simply drawn and in high night card game. It’s all pretty cozy in the Gleason of Scotch Plains will play the Nancy Didier Memorial Scholarship, of WHS, and Ms. Collins of Jefferson On Saturday, July 3, the an- relief. They might as well be cartoon way a limited set can be when the drama’s trumpet and Berkeley Heights resi- which was established in memory of the Elementary School in Westfield. nual KaBoom! Fireworks On animals. working just right. We get to know what’s dent Tracy Jacobson will play the bass The Navesink will take place in For example, Stanley Tucci’s devil- in all the drawers…well, almost all. But of clarinet, baritone saxophone and bas- Red Bank. This year, the crowd ishly played Frank Dixon, a Customs bu- course the comforts of this little world soon in the orchestra. Nat’l Honor Society Inducts will have the good fortune of reaucrat who gives our hero (Hanks) a hard must be challenged by Tucci’s villain, a Union County resident Kyndell being entertained by Tim way to go when international consequences classical throwback to the sort of heavy plop him into a purgatorial crack, could Henry Daniell played from the 1930s Pierce, who is participating in a McCloone’s Holiday Express at through the 50s. NJPAC/WYACT production for the Marine Park beginning at 3 p.m. have been a wolf. Whereas Catherine Zeta- 173 Students from WHS Jones’s Amelia Warren, the lovelorn flight However, Viktor has by now achieved a second time, called working with WESTFIELD — In recognition of Scott Fishberg Willa Schaefer The Grucci fireworks display takes attendant stuck in her own sort of nowhere sort of mystique…and a following befit- the two organizations “such an en- academic excellence, leadership, service Meaghan Fitzpatrick William Schoenbach place at dark, and is a pretty land, would be best represented by a French ting a legend. The question is, can careering lightening experience.” and character, 173 Westfield High School Patrick Fleming Jessica Schor spectacular showing. For more poodle. Frank vanquish the problem without mak- Megan Fowler Rebecca Schulman information, call (732) 345-0885 ing a martyr of him? “I can’t wait to do Anything Goes,” (WHS) students were inducted into the Hanks as the waylaid soul, ever the he said. “I know it will be as good as National Honor Society (NHS). Kristina Fraites Kirsten Selert or e-mail everyman but this time in Eastern Euro- We instinctively cheer for Viktor, rules In ceremonies held at WHS, Westfield Lauren Gelmetti Ryan Shallcross [email protected]. pean motif, a bit jowly and rumpled, or no rules. Call him an Eastern Euro- the other shows.” Police Detective Ronald Allen delivered Jennifer Gerckens Sasha Sharif might be limned by a big, sad-eyed dog. pean update of de Toqueville. Because Fellow Union County resident and the keynote address to students and Deanna Goldner Emily Sheehan * * * * * * * But don’t mistake the film’s magical we’re in for a lesson in the true spirit of second-time participant Keyon guests. He stressed the value of honor Justin Goncalves Neda Simaika simplicity for naïveté. That’s the ploy Americanism as only an outsider can Richardson added, “The musicals Julia Gormley Anne Siwulec Nearby Bridgewater’s North and it works. teach it. and pride in one’s work and the impor- Michael Gorski Andrew Skoller Branch Park will be the site of the Naturally, this doesn’t mean there really broaden your horizons and tance of making good choices in future Spielberg, allowing Hanks’ Viktor Julie Gralla Katherine Smith Fireworks Family Festival on Navorski to stumble upon his survival, isn’t any time for a love interest. Okay, give you great exposure to the the- actions. Emily Rose Greenberg Amanda Spector July 4, from 5 to 11 p.m. This and ultimately his raison d’etre as well, like the movie itself, she’s a long shot, a ater. NJPAC and WYACT truly WHS Principal Dr. Robert Petix com- Jeffrey Greenlaw Kayli Spialter year’s theme is a tribute to the suggests the viewer take the same path in stretch if you will, acted by Zeta-Jones. opened the doors to acting for me.” mended the students on their valuable James Hanas Brian Stotter discovering the film’s humanitarian mes- And sorry, Rita, if we at first find it a Following its engagement at contributions to their school and society. Memphis legend, “The Elvis Mark Harbaugh Monica Sull Show” and it precedes the area’s sage. We jog along blissfully. The beauty little difficult to believe that Catherine NJPAC’s Victoria Theater, this pro- Those elected as NHS officers for the Camilee Hausheer Brendan Sullivan would give your Tom the right time of largest fireworks display at 9 p.m. of it is, for all the deep thought that duction of Anything Goes will tour 2004-2005 school year include: Co-Presi- William Hearon Jessica Sussman resides between the lines, the director day, let alone have dinner with him. dents Jackie Burns and Justin Goncalves, Max Heitner Jonathan Tannenbaum There will be other entertain- makes it look easy. Even better for those But that’s all right. The script repri- the Algonquin Arts Theatre in Vice President Mark Harbaugh, Trea- Alexandra Hermann Mikala Tidswell ment, like the 60s doo-wop group, of us who couldn’t give a rat’s tail whether mands us, and casually nudges us into Manasquan from Friday, July 30 to surer Brian Dunstan and Secretary Lorena Craig Hewit Allison Tiedrich The Soul Survivors, as well as man is inherently good or bad, the won- hopeless romantic mode via a brief conver- Sunday, August 8. Zamerrilli. Christopher Hild David Torres historical reenactments. There derfully acted story is almost consis- sation bad boy Frank has with Amelia. At NJPAC, Anything Goes will Financial awards totaling approxi- Katelyn Hoens Elizabeth Trimble will also be activities for kids. The tently funny to boot. Trying to get to the nemesis through his take the stage on July 16 and 17 at 7 mately $2,500 were presented to six NHS Jeffrey Hogan Christopher Tropeano park is located at 355 Milltown Again, Hanks is the castaway in search woman, the creep inquires what someone p.m., July 18 at 2 p.m., July 21 and members for their service contributions. Ralph David Iannazzone Justin Tullo Road, between Routes 202 and of meaning. But now, the ironic meta- like splendiferous her could possibly see in Kate Judd Allison Turitz phor glibly maroons him amid a sea of someone like Viktor. 22 at 12:30 p.m., July 23 at 12:30 In addition, the Parent-Teacher 22. and 7 p.m., July 24 at 7 p.m. and July organization’s award went to Carrie Lo, Bryan Kahn John Velasco people in one of the busiest places on “That is something a man like you will a senior who was inducted into the NHS Edward Kerins Christopher Velderman Earth. A man with a mission whose secret never understand,” comes the splash of 25 at 2 p.m. John Kerr Ashvin Vijayakumar is purportedly contained in a can of Plant- cold water. Yecch, we think…we’re not Tickets are $25 for adults, $14 for last year. Philip Kim Alec Wasserman like Frank. Yes, we believe. We believe. A musical presentation was performed Robert Freundlich ers Peanuts, Viktor becomes a resident of children under 14 and may be pur- Samuel Kim Elizabeth Werner the International Zone at JFK Airport Directing us to the right gate, The Termi- chased by calling (888)-GO-NJPAC by Carl Baron. Christy King Benjamin Wieder when war back home in Krakoavia spins nal enjoyably reminds that we’re the good Dan Mahoney, the 2003-2004 presi- Sarah Klass Lauren Winchester Named to Dean’s List him into a catch 22 of contradictory cus- guys. or at the NJPAC Box Office at 1 dent of the WHS chapter of the NHS, Henry Koehler Qiaozi Yang WESTFIELD – Robert toms laws. * * * * * * * Center Street in Newark. welcomed guests. Dr. Petix and NHS Perri Jana Koll Anne Yingling Freundlich, the son of Drs. Rich- Woe to the average schnook whose The TerminalTerminal, rated PG-13, is a Advisor Les Jacobsen presented certifi- Rebecca Korn Zoe Zachariades ard and Nancy Freundlich of simple plans unintentionally conflict with DreamWorks Distribution, LLC release Do you have an story cates and pins to the new members. Edward Kramkowski Michael Zahler Westfield, has been named to the the ambitious designs of the ruthless. directed by Steven Spielberg and stars suggestion for A&E? WHS Parent-Teacher Organization Jeremy Krell Lorena Zamarelli Dean’s List for the fall 2003 and That’s one of the statements here. It’s Tom Hanks, Catherine Zeta-Jones and President Laura Brockway congratulated Michelle Kuppersmith Lisa Zhang spring 2004 semesters at Johns been a problem since time immemorial, Stanley Tucci. Running time: 128 min- E-mail [email protected] the students, who included: Sara Lesko Dana Zichlin hasn’t it? There you are in your little hut, utes. NHS MEMBERS Andrew Levy Nicole Zubizarreta Hopkins University where he is a trying to make a living, minding your Junior Class: Tammay Zurawa student at the Krieger School of own business, when one of the king’s men Jeffrey Bayne Abigail Lewis NHS MEMBERS Arts and Sciences. knocks on the door and tells you you’ve Amy Bernstein Michael Lombard Senior Class: A 2002 graduate of Westfield got to go to war. In the case of The Terminal, it’s Frank Diego Betancourt Elizabeth Mackay Samuel Gurdus Matthew Schoenfeld High School, Robert is a member Evan Bilheimer Emily Rose Macneil of the Class of 2006 at Johns who doesn’t care what little lives he steps Steven Jacobsen Christina Tonges on in his ascent to regional manager of Gabrielle Blitz Michelle Markowski Jason Mesches Kristen Valla Hopkins. Olena Borkowsky John Marks Customs. The promotion is at hand, if Matthew Boyle Sarah Masel only he doesn’t mess up. A spider plot- Jake Brandman Rebecca Mason ting over his web, he is at first only Samuel Brenner Mary Mc Call Sonya Smith-Garner Wins miffed when Viktor crosses his radar Wesley Brockway Joshua Mc Mahon screen. Little does he know that it will Jacqueline Burns Tara Meagher evolve to rage and what seems like a little Lauren Campo Suzanne Merkelson 2004 Oratorical Award inconvenience will turn into a war of Caroline Cariste Jared Messina wills: his blind determination versus Rebecca Cass Michelle Morawski SCOTCH PLAINS – Sonya Smith- competition on Saturday, July 10, in Viktor’s strength of character. Gene Chen Taylor Mulvee Garner, a Scotch Plains-Fanwood Englewood. If successful, she will The dilemma of Viktor’s limbo-like Allison Clancy Barrett Newell status is best summed up by Jimmy High School (SPFHS), received the compete on the national level in At- Durante’s Hollywood gadabout, Banjo, in Garrett Cockren Hillary Nicoll New Jersey State Education De- lanta, Ga., where she could win a Amanda Cohen Lauren Nolan the film, The Man Who Came to Dinner Christina Cordiero Lisa Novick partment of the BPOEW (Benevo- $10,000 scholarship. (1941), when he sings, “Did you ever get Lyndsay Couture Tara O’Donohue lent and Protective Order of Elks) the feeling that you wanted to go, but you Ashley Current Katharine Okamoto 2004 Oratorial Contest Award by wanted to stay?” Brent Davis Michael Oliff capturing first place. Dean’s List Pupils Told While Frank continually tempts and Jacqueline De La Fuente Annie Onishi Sonya, who won for a speech she prompts Viktor to cross the line, literally Urmi Dedhiya Adrienne O’Rourke wrote and delivered entitled, “Em- At Univ. of Scranton and figuratively, in hopes that he’ll be- Lindsay Degiralamo Emily Ortuso powered Youth Carrying a Torch come the problem of another authority, Thomas Del Duca Brian Oxman AREA – The University of the sojourner does a moralistic bob and For a Better Tomorrow,” captured Scranton in Scranton, Pa. has weave. He’ll go when it’s right, but in the Leah Di Matteo Giovanna Palatucci several categories: text, original- Amanda Dickson Brett Paulan announced that Scotch Plains meantime, to our utter delight and con- Carina Don Jeffrey Pazdro ity, quality of material, delivery, resident Stephanie Poliansky stant surprise, he makes a life for himself in Mark Doss Rebecca Perch emphasis, enunciation, poise and and Berkeley Heights residents the terminal. Jeffrey Dresely Sarah Perch effectiveness. Kathryn Miller and Kevin How he is able to make do within the Brian Dunstan Bryan Power Sonya graduated SPFHS on June Riley were named to the Dean’s confines of his environment strikes our Gilad Edelman Emily Printz 22. She will attend Centenary Col- List for the spring 2004 se- fancy and pleases our sense of being. Once Lauren Eisenberg Elizabeth Purcell lege in Hackettstown, where she again humankind’s ingenuity is the cause mester. celebre. The comparisons are inevitable. Jamie Elbaum Dina Ragab will major in business management Stephanie is a junior major- Shaun Elwell David Reinhardt and minor in psychology. It’s not unlike Hanks’ Robinson Crusoe Katherine Fahrenthold Patrick Rizk ing in health administration. redux in Cast Away (2000), where he did She is the daughter of Delores Kathryn is a senior majoring in a bang-up job of demonstrating his life- Evan Falk Alison Beth Rodino Garner and her sponsor is the Michael Fantini Jessica Ropars special education. Kevin is a sustaining creativity in the total wild. Only EXCELLENT OILIST…Union County Freeholder John Wohlrab congratulates Jenna Federgreen Abigail Rosenstein Mohawk Lodge, Masonic Temple in senior majoring in criminal jus- in this variation, he proves his worth amidst Westfield resident Mary Tirrell on capturing first place in the non-professional oil Allison Feldman Perry Sacks Plainfield. tice. the glitz and gloss of a total but untouch- category at the Union County Senior Art Show sponsored by the Union County Michael Feniger John Sawicki Sonya will compete in the regional able civilization. The process is winsomely Board of Chosen Freeholders. Page 20 Thursday, July 1, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Music Corner With Brad Tinfow

Lively Concert Offered ‘Pick An Exit’ Plans Benefit By Community Band Concert at South Amboy Club By BRAD TINFOW Carmen — with the limitations of WESTFIELD — The Westfield- Music in Hoboken and will be avail- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the band and the venue in mind. based rock band, “Pick An Exit”, able at the performance and at WESTFIELD — The Westfield Zareva correctly tried to hold back will appear at Club Krome in South www.pickanexit.com. Tracks from Community Band began its 2004 the stately tempo of Procession, but Amboy on Saturday, the record are currently Summer Concert Series in the performance still was rhythmi- July 10, at 7 p.m. as part available on the Mindowaskin Park on June 17. Con- cally imprecise, as not all the players of their national benefit website. certs will continue every Thursday adhered to his pace. The piece also tour to raise money for “Pick An Exit” is night at 7:30 through July 8. had extended passages of rapid fan- the I Have a Dream currently touring to Like the other concerts, the perfor- fare for the trumpets in the mid-high project in Plainfield. raise money for the I mance attended by The Westfield register, which required lip accuracy “Pick An Exit,” Have a Dream Project, Leader and The Scotch Plains- and endurance. which includes which helps children Fanwood Times on June 24 included The performance was not without Westfield High School from low-income ar- marches, concert band pieces, and blemish, but for a group of non- graduates Evan Statton eas reach their educa- arrangements of orchestral works. professionals who rehearse once a (piano/vocals), Brian tion and career goals With one or two exceptions, the band week, it was good. Chiger (guitar), James Reber (bass) by providing a long-term program will have performed entirely different Zareva also kept the tempos of the and Dave Napiorski (drums), re- of mentoring, tutoring and enrich- programs for each concert. other three pieces on the slow end of corded their CD of original music ment with an assured opportunity by Statton and Napiorski entitled for higher education. On June 24, the band squeezed the spectrum, perhaps detracting a Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times itself into the gazebo, which was not bit from their potential to excite, but CHEERS!…Top Girls Employment Agency manager Marlene (Laura Estrand) “Unsatisfaction Drives Us.” All of the band’s profits from the large enough to hold all its members. maintaining better control as a result. announces her promotion to her fictitious friends from different periods in history. The CD was recorded at Water tour will aid this cause. The open air of the park, the noise of Gypsy Dance normally accelerates Isabella Bird (Carol Todd), Lady Nijo (Megan Muckelmann) and Pope Joan children playing, the occasional roar gradually to a frenzied climax. The (Shauna Miles), right, provide more than just light dinner conversation in Act I of of a jet or a motorcycle, and a con- tempo picked up only near the end, The Theater Project’s production of Top Girls, which runs through Saturday, July stant buzz of conversation combined but the performance was clean and 3, at The Union County College auditorium. to dispense with any sense of formal- held together well. ity. Zareva handled the Rossini over- Elias Zareva, the band’s conductor ture similarly, in that he held a slower since 1979, preceded nearly every than usual tempo until the coda. The TakeWith Susanthe M. DoughertyStage

TTP PRESENTS ‘DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE’ Glass Ceiling Cracks: Girls Come Out on Top By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY sarcasm to the pope. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Theology always made my head FIRST-PLACE PASTELIST…Union County Freeholder John Wohlrab congratu- CRANFORD — Proving he knows ache,” she spouts at one point. “I lates Fay Pell of Westfield on winning first place in the non-professional pastel how to select and cast a unique show, category at the 2004 Union County Senior Art Show presented by the Union thought God would speak directly to County Board of Chosen Freeholders. The exhibit is on display at NUI/Elizabethtown director Mark Spina has outdone him- me, but because I was a woman — Gas, Liberty Hall Center at 1085 Morris Avenue in Union. The exhibition is open self with Caryl Churchill’s Top Girls, no!” she gripes. In her hands, the from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, until Friday, July 30. the first offering of the 10th season of character of Win is also totally believ- The Theater Project (TTP) at Union able. County College (UCC) in Cranford. The more the women imbibe, the Brad Tinfow for The Westfield Leader and The Times The playhouse that doubles as the more the closet doors fling open re- Fine Arts Awards Granted MINDOWASKIN MELODIES...The June 24 performance by the Westfield upstage area of the UCC’s auditorium vealing long repressed subjects. Their Community Band filled Mindowaskin Park in Westfield with the sounds of Sousa, theater bills itself as wanting to “pro- discussion topics range from marriage Leroy Anderson, Grundman, Rimsky, Rossini, Bizet and many others. Under the vide you with a different perspective relationships and illegitimate children To Westfield HS Seniors direction of Elias Zareva, the band included the talents of soloists and guest on the play and theater in general…” conductor Glenn Parisi. to descriptions of their own deaths. They succeed grandly in their goal. Lora Iannarelli, as Dull Gret, gets WESTFIELD — The Fine Arts NEW JERSEY WORKSHOP FOR THE ARTS selection with information about the overture has mouthfuls of repeated Although the 1980s was a time of quite a work out in Act I in an eating Department of the Westfield Public Jason Mesches and Donald Will- piece and the composer. His amiable notes and countless passages requir- teased hair, disco music, and an era marathon. According to the playbill, Schools presented 57 scholarships and iams, 3rd and relaxed demeanor at the micro- ing fast tonguing for the woodwinds. when many women bumped their this Flemish character from a 1561 awards to the following graduating se- WHS MARCHING BAND SCHOLARSHIPS phone set the tone for the evening. As this piece was almost at the end of heads on the glass ceiling in the busi- Breughel painting is shown invading niors and four underclassmen at the re- Ken Maye, President, Jillian May, In general, the band performed the the program, Zareva’s restraint of ness world, Marlene, the main charac- hell in apron and armor. Iannarelli tells cent Fine Arts Senior Recognition evening: Michael Sherry, Stephen Adamo, Leigh music originally written for band with tempo may have been an attempt to ter, has cracked the barrier to become volumes with mere grunts, groans and WESTFIELD COALITION SCHOLARSHIPS Mary Banworth, Christopher Coriasco, greater ease than the arrangements prevent lips and tongues from giving the first female manager of the Top glares. Her small role is played with Kathleen Ferio, Anthony Johnson, Paul from orchestral works. The two Sousa out. Girls Employment Agency in Marga- passion and verve. Music — Carl Baron, Dorothy Chow and Donald Williams, 3rd; Johnson and Henry Williams, 3rd. marches, El Capitan and Stars and Zareva took more liberty with the ret Thatcher’s 1982 England. From Chaucer’s “Canterbury Tales,” DRUM MAJOR AWARD Stripes Forever, as well as Grundman’s overture to Die Fledermaus, as he Laura Ekstrand handles the major the last character introduced in Act I is Drama — Samantha Hooper- Hamersley and Jason Mesches; Pam Musat and Lauren Nolan America Folk Rhapsody, conducted made a mostly successful effort to role of the show with aplomb and 14th century Grizelda played by Bar- JOHN PHILLIP SOUSA BAND AWARD by Glenn Parisi, came across very imbue it with the necessary rhythmic focus. bara Guidi, who tells the story of how All-Around — Ryan James Leonard and Michael Sherry; and Michael Sherry well. flexibility and schmaltz of the As the show opens, Marlene and her husband tested her sadistically JEROME S. MORROW MEMORIAL AWARD With some exceptions, the orches- Viennese style. Although his inten- five fictitious females of various ages throughout their marriage. Guidi looks Theatre/Dance — Kimberly Lam PTSO FINE ARTS AWARD Amanda Reider tral pieces were much more difficult, tions seemed quite clear, at times the and different decades share dinner and angelic in the first act, yet manages to NATIONAL SCHOOL ORCHESTRA AWARD and not as cleanly performed. When entire band was not with him. wine at a restaurant to celebrate her play a convincing blue collar Joyce in Steven Fromtling PTSO CRAFTS AWARD Carl Baron and Donald Williams, 3rd the band instruments were emulat- Perhaps the sardine-like seating promotion. Just as in real life when the two subsequent acts. DIRECTOR’S AWARD FOR ORCHESTRA ing strings, the difficulty com- arrangement in the gazebo did not more than two women get together, “Where are we going with this play?” Lily Flast PTSO VOCAL AWARD Laura Yee pounded. Wind players, who must optimize the players’ ability to see the no one seems to listen to the others. might be a common question at the DIRECTOR’S AWARD FOR BAND breathe, after all, do not always as conductor at all times. There was Simultaneous conversations over- first 10-minute intermission of the far Elliot Johnson PTSO BAND AWARD Ryan James Leonard and Thomas easily render passages that are written some sloppiness in some of the pas- lap so that the audience merely gets out Act I. Patience, please. Killian for string players. sage work in the clarinets (written for snippets and glimpses of their lives. Acts II and III are more traditional Thomas Killian PTSO ORCHESTRAL AWARD WOODY HERMAN AWARD Two pieces by Leroy Anderson, violins), but some short solos by the But what an eclectic group of women in nature and pull the storyline threads Ryan James Leonard who arranged for the Boston Pops for first chair were quite good. this is. together with the behind-the-scenes Carl Baron PTSO DRAMA AWARD LOUIE ARMSTRONG AWARD many years, were well done. Serenata The concert closed with Berlin’s Their fascinating lives unfold with reality of how and why Marlene has Anthony Johnson in a beguine tempo with a Spanish God Bless America, now much more Carol Todd’s portrayal of Scots gotten to this pinnacle in her career. Alexandra DeJohn CHARLES ADDAMS ART AWARD CONCERT CHOIR AWARD flavor, was both familiar and enter- than a standard, and Stars and Stripes woman Isabella Bird who circled the Lisa Alford handles the role of Angie, Samantha Hooper-Hamersely, Ja- taining. The novelty piece, Sandpa- Forever. globe three times and wrote eight a “slow” teenager with compassion Christina Tonges RACHEL MATHER MEMORIAL AWARD son Mesches, Dorothy Chow, Kate per Ballet, featuring a percussionist Though I have probably heard or books of her travels during the Vic- and just the right amount of angst. Warren and Catherine Rimondi rubbing two sanding blocks together played the latter piece more times torian era. Todd is exceptional in her Twists and turns in the plot and rela- Allison Wicks MADELINE BRISTOL SCHOLARSHIPS DRAMA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP in a soft-shoe rhythm, was charming. than I can count, I still find it stirring. dialect, lilt and flow. She is equally tionships mold this into a worthwhile Samantha Hooper-Hamersely, Ryan Only the addition of a live dancer The tempo was restrained, which stellar in the smaller parts she plays play. Ryan James Leonard WOMAN’S CLUB OF WF AWARD – ART James Leonard and Jason Mesches would have made it better. helped the band stay together like a in Act II. Kudos to Scenic Designer Fred ART CLUB SERVICE AWARDS Helene Kaplan was soloist in a military drill team. In the trio, the Matching Todd’s mastering of dia- Abigail Bramnick Kinney for an inventive, hauntingly WOMAN’S CLUB OF WF AWARD – MUSIC Ariel Garfinkel tuba arrangement of the aria Asleep piccolo players all stood as they were lect is Megan Muckelmann who first stark set composed of white, opaque WOMAN’S CLUB OF WF AWARD – MUSIC (in memory of Joanna Saylor) WHS PURCHASE AWARDS in the Deep by Petrie. The beginning featured in their obligato. The trom- plays an Imperial Court concubine, cloth panels set on diagonal metal *Robert Broadbent, *Natasha of the piece highlighted the tone and bones rose on the repeat as their part Lady Nijo, the author of one of the frames. The use of the metal scaffold- Emily Warren WESTFIELD COLLEGE WOMEN’S CLUB AWARD Carlos, *Philip Kim, Katherine Re, range of the instrument, and the dominated. The audience fittingly oldest books in print by a woman. ing for the tree in Act II is creatively Christina Tonges and *Tianyu Anny latter part called for more virtuosity. recognized both sections for a superb Muckelmann’s cadence and tone cap- successful. Kimberly Lam WESTFIELD ART ASSOCIATION AWARD Wu Kaplan handled the piece with job. ture the delicacy of a Japanese woman’s If good theater’s purpose is to el- *Denotes underclassmen. aplomb. The concert would have gone on speech. evate, not just entertain, TTP is achiev- Leigh Mary Bannworth Zareva conducted the more diffi- with an encore, but the conductor Later, she convincingly demonstrates ing its goal. By tackling the unique, cult “classical” pieces — Rimsky- admitted apologetically that he had her versatility in the role of teenager, the bizarre, the difficult, the different, Korsakov’s Procession of the Nobles, not prepared one. He promised to Kit. they present us with topics and suppo- ‘Concertino’, ‘Chums’ Arranged the overtures to Rossini’s The Barber have one ready for the next concert, Shauna Miles plays Pope Joan, the sitions that an audience might not of Seville and Strauss’ Die Fledermaus, which everyone present was looking only unauthenticated female pope in normally contemplate. By Westfield Community Band and the Gypsy Dance from Bizet’s forward to. history, and the equally gutsy role of Here’s hoping for another 10-year By Westfield Community Band Win, a high-powered employee at the anniversary! WESTFIELD – The Westfield Com- of Music. He is in the manufacturing Top Girls Agency. Miles brings vivac- Top Girls runs through Saturday, munity Band, under the direction of field, as well as a substitute music teacher. ity and energy and the right dose of July 3, at the UCC auditorium. Elias Zareva, will continue their Summer Mason also performs in the Plainfield Concert Series on Thursday, July 8, at Symphony Orchestra, Summit Chorale 7:30 p.m. in Mindowaskin Park in and the Presbyterian Church in Berkeley Westfield. Heights. County Employee Artists A highlight for the evening will be the The performance will spotlight an- County Employee Artists performance of “Concertino” by Cecile other band member as Bob Vitkowsky Charminade. “Concertino” will feature takes the baton as guest conductor. A 10- Exhibit at Freeholder Gallery Helen Bartolick, a Garwood resident and year veteran of the band, he will lead the 14-year band member. ensemble in “Bandology” by COUNTY – The Union County entry and Joseph Lentini of Bartolick said she enjoys the Eric Osterling. Board of Chosen Freeholders re- Mountainside received the same selection as “its chromaticism A retired teacher who be- ported that the artwork of 19 commendation in the intermedi- flows easily, yet has playful, gan performing music in high award-winning Union County ate category. expressive melodies.” Having school, Vitkowsky continued employees or their relatives will be Berkeley Heights resident An- realized how much she liked playing in the U.S. Army Band displayed from Tuesday, July 6 to drew Paheco earned third place for to play the flute, Bartolick for several years. He performs Thursday, July 29, in the Free- the “Youth Under 12” category. wanted to learn as much as she with the Westfield Dixie All holders Gallery. “It is an honor to display the could about music. Stars, the Montclair Commu- The exhibition presents selected impressive creative talents of Union Once her youngest child nity Band, the Chautauqua works from the recent Third An- County employees and their rela- began school, Bartolick en- Community Band and the nual Union County Employees and tives,” said Freeholder Mary rolled at Kean University, where Helen Bartolick Thursday Morning Brass En- Their Relatives Exhibit and Con- Ruotolo, Liaison to the Union she received a Bachelor of Arts semble in Chautauqua, N.Y. test. County Cultural and Heritage Pro- degree in Music. She is married with three He also performs on the string bass for Westfield resident Bruce Long grams Advisory Board. “The ex- children, maintains a private flute studio various club performances. was awarded first place in the inter- hibit is a result of a partnership and is working toward certification to The Westfield Community Band’s Sum- mediate category in the original with the National Arts Program teach music within the public schools. mer Concert Series will continue on Thurs- exhibition, while fellow Westfielder which provided prize money and The band will also perform “Beguine day, July 15, at Mindowaskin Park. All Craig Long earned second place in valuable support to display the the Beguine” by Cole Porter, “Sinatra in events are free to the public and attendees the professional category. work of our talented artists,” she Concert” and Leroy Anderson’s “Sand- should bring lawn chairs or blankets. Mary Paynter, also a Westfield added. piper Ballet.” In the event of rain, the concert will be resident, was awarded third place The gallery, which is open week- A second set of “Chums” within the held at the Presbyterian Church in in the previous exhibition’s profes- days from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., is band — Steve Mason and Gregory Westfield’s Assembly Hall, which is lo- sional category. located on the sixth floor of the Union Grispart – will perform “Two Little cated at the rear entrance to the church. Scotch Plains resident Earl County Administration Building, Chums.” The series is sponsored by the Westfield Montgomery earned honorable Elizabethtown Plaza at Rahway Av- Mason, an Edison resident and 23- Recreation Department, Bruce Kaufman, mention status for his amateur enue in downtown Elizabeth. year member of the band, is a graduate of Director. For more information, please the University of Hartford, Hartt School call (908) 789-4080.